Center Street Stormwater Outfall Project Overview

The City of Winder is undertaking the Center Street Stormwater Outfall Project to address persistent flooding at the North Center Street underpass and improve drainage for properties along the corridor. This infrastructure project will involve significant construction efforts to install a new stormwater system, reducing flood risks and enhancing stormwater management in the area.

Project Timeline

• Start Date: May 2025

• Estimated Completion: July 2026 (subject to change)

• Work Hours:

  • Monday–Friday: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

  • Saturday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

  • No work on Sundays

What to Expect

• Temporary disruptions, including noise and lane closures.

• Coordination between the City, contractor, and property owners to minimize inconveniences.

• Restoration of disturbed areas in accordance with easement agreements

  Schedule:

• May – December 2025
  Construction near CVS and Ruby Tuesday

  January – April 2026
  Construction near the Waffle House

Project Road closure 
 A portion of Hwy 29 (West May Street) between South Broad Street and Center Street will be closed beginning at March 16 at 6 a.m. The closure should last no more than 48 hours. 

• Local businesses will remain accessible
• NO through traffic will be permitted in the work zone
• Detours will be clearly marked
• Closure expected to last no more than 48 hours (weather dependent)

Please plan to avoid Hwy 29 (West May Street) during this time and use alternate routes.

Stay Updated

• Follow the City of Winder’s social media pages for real-time updates.

For questions, contact Jeff Atha, City of Winder Civil Inspector at 706-340-6387 or jeff.atha@cityofwinder.com.