Concord Mews Pond Repair

Status

In Design

• 2022-24: Initial Engagement, Concept Design Option Development
• 2025: Concept Design Option Engagement
• 2025-26: Design Development 
• Late 2026-2027: Anticipated Construction Start

Fall 2025 - Winter 2026 Project Update

The next phase of the design process is beginning, starting with on-site information-gathering. We have shared valuable community feedback to date with the design team. We look forward to engaging with the community on the next phase of the design in spring 2026.

Thank you to all who provided feedback on the Concord Mews pond project in spring 2025! We truly appreciate your thoughts and input. Ultimately, both immediate neighbors and the broader community favored the meandering wetland option, but all respondents provided important feedback and we will incorporate or address the feedback in our future engagement. 

View the Spring 2025 Feedback Summary.(PDF, 196KB)

The Concord Mews pond repair will: 

• Replace outflow and inflow pipes, which are damaged and not functioning,
• Allow water to flow through the area, instead of being stagnant,
• Add a sediment collection area for easier maintenance,
• Capture and filter runoff, removing nutrients and sediment and protecting Four Mile Run,
• Replant a healthy and diverse forest with a variety of species and multiple layers of vegetation,
• Provide habitat for birds, ducks, turtles, tadpoles, dragonflies and pollinators,
• Include a natural look and feel with gently sloped sides. 

The meandering wetland option will have more well-defined meanders in the water flow path, medium tree impact, and more robust replanting. Additionally, more accumulated sediment and gravel will be removed, and it is anticipated to be easier to maintain and a longer-term solution for the area. 

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About the Project

The Concord Mews Pond was originally installed in the 1970s-80s to manage stormwater for Concord Mews Condominiums. It was designed to temporarily store and slowly release stormwater runoff. Over the years, the inflow and outflow pipes were damaged, and the area filled with sediment. 

The project approach will aim to:

• Restore the functionality (inflow, outflow, ponding area) so it captures and absorbs runoff and protects water quality,
• Ensure long-term stability and safety of the pond and berm, 
• Provide a wooded natural space and habitat for birds and pollinators.

Date	Location and Description	Meeting Materials
Spring 2026	Design Engagement
March 3, 2025	Green Valley Civic Association Meeting, Drew Elementary/Community Center	Presentation(PDF, 6MB)
February 4, 2025	Concord Mews Condominium Meeting, Arlington Mill Community Center	Presentation(PDF, 10MB)
November 7, 2022	Green Valley Civic Association Meeting, Drew Elementary/Community Center	Presentation(PDF, 785KB)
February 28, 2022	Concord Mews Condominium Meeting, Virtual	Presentation(PDF, 2MB)
February 7, 2022	Green Valley Civic Association Meeting, Virtual	Presentation(PDF, 1MB)