Overview
Ruisseau Park ravine forms part of the Blue Willow Stormwater Management (SWM) facility, a quantity control facility built online to a small tributary of Mud Creek in the 1990’s (see figure below).
Uncontrolled stormwater runoff is causing erosion within the ravine. The purpose of this study is to determine the best solution that will protect private and public property from slope instability, while minimizing negative impacts to the natural features in the existing ravine and minimizing long-term maintenance requirements.
Following Phase 1 (Class EA and functional design of the preferred solution), Phase 2 will be initiated (detailed design and construction of the preferred solution).
Notice of study commencement
The study is following Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) and involves the evaluation of a combination of stormwater management works, in-stream erosion control works and slope stability works. The Class EA process includes public and review agency consultation, an evaluation of alternatives, an assessment of potential environmental effects of the proposed improvements, and identification of reasonable measures to mitigate any potential adverse impacts.
Public Meeting #1
The City of Ottawa held a virtual public meeting on March 31, 2021 to present the results from the project’s existing conditions assessment.
The presentation slides from the public meeting are available if you were unable to attend or wish to review. If you have comments or questions, please contact:
Laurent Jolliet, P. Eng.
Email: Laurent.Jolliet@ottawa.ca
613-580-2424 ext. 17149
Public Meeting #2
The City of Ottawa held a virtual public meeting on March 30, 2022 to present the results from the alternative assessment and go over the preferred alternative solution.
The presentation slides from the public meeting are available if you were unable to attend or wish to review.
If you have comments or questions, please contact:
Laurent Jolliet, P. Eng.
Email: Laurent.Jolliet@ottawa.ca
613-580-2424 ext. 17149
Next Steps
Detailed design of the recommended measures is expected to start by the end of 2022 with construction starting in late 2023.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback at this time as a follow-up to Public Meeting #2.
If you have reviewed the presentation boards, please take a few minutes to provide us with your feedback regarding the alternative assessment and the preferred alternative solution. We will be accepting comments until April 15, 2022. To submit your comments, please contact:
Laurent Jolliet, P. Eng.
Project Specialist, Stormwater
City of Ottawa
Laurent.jolliet@Ottawa.ca
613-580-2424 ext. 17149
Note: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, C. 25 and will only be used by staff to review public feedback related to this project. The collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information is governed by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M. 56. Questions about this collection and use should be directed to: Laurent Jolliet Laurent.jolliet@Ottawa.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Ruisseau Park Ravine?
The study area is located within the Chapel Hill South neighbourhood, which is located 13 km (+/-) east of the downtown core. The study area is bound by Innes Road to the north, Mud Creek to the south, Pagé Road to the east, and the Greenbelt to the west (see Location Plan)
- Why is this study required?
Uncontrolled stormwater runoff is causing erosion within the ravine. The purpose of this study is to determine the best solution that will protect private and public property from slope instability, while minimizing negative impacts to the natural features in the existing ravine and minimizing long-term maintenance requirements.
- How is the Study being carried out?
The study is following Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment and involves the evaluation of a combination of stormwater management works, in-stream erosion control works, and slope stability works. The Class EA process also includes public consultation, an assessment of the environmental effects of the proposed improvements, and identification of measures to mitigate any potential negative impacts.
- When will the preferred solution be implemented?
The Class Environmental Study and functional design for the recommended solution will be completed this year. Detailed design will be completed in early 2023 and construction is anticipated to start in late 2023.
- What happens until the measures get constructed?
While the City is moving forward with the project, and until the preferred solution is implemented, the areas of concern within the ravine will be monitored on a regular basis.
- How will the study and the recommended measures affect my property?
The main objective of the study is to protect public and private property from erosion and slope instability. All measures recommended will be contained within City-owned property.
- How will the study and the recommended measures affect the adjacent park and pathways?
Temporary closure of the pathway running from the playground structure to Auburn Ridge Drive will be required during construction. No impact to the adjacent park and playground structure is anticipated during and after construction.
- Will the recommended measures require tree removal within the ravine?
Most trees located within the disturbance area have been identified for removal. The exact number of trees to be removed will be confirmed during detailed design through consultation with Forestry Services.
- How can I get involved?
For more information about the Ravine Rehabilitation Study, please review the information posted on this website. If you have any other questions or would like your name added to the Study’s mailing list to receive updates and newsletters, please contact:
Laurent Jolliet, P. Eng.
Project Specialist, Stormwater
City of Ottawa
Laurent.jolliet@Ottawa.ca
613-580-2424 ext. 17149
Notice of completion
The City of Ottawa has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for the Ruisseau Park Ravine (Blue Willow) Rehabilitation project. The purpose of this study was to determine the best solution that will protect private and public property from slope instability, while minimizing negative impacts to the natural features in the existing ravine and minimizing long-term maintenance requirements.
The recommended solution includes the construction of six weir-pool structures along the channel, the realignment of the creek over a distance of 135 meters, the filling and regrading of four slopes and the planting of new trees.
The study followed Schedule B of the Municipal Class EA and involved the evaluation of a combination of stormwater management works, in-stream erosion control works and slope stability works. The Class EA process also included public consultation, an assessment of the environmental effects of the proposed improvements, and identification of measures to mitigate any potential negative impacts.
The final Class EA report was available for a 30-day public review period starting July 9, 2022. The functional design will now proceed to the detailed design stage in advance of construction, which is anticipated to start in late 2023.
Contact:
Laurent Jolliet, P. Eng.
Project Specialist, Stormwater
655 Shefford Road
Ottawa K1J 1A6
Phone: 613-580-2424 ext. 17149
E-mail: Laurent.Jolliet@ottawa.ca