Sussex — Sussex is building two flood diversion channels and overpasses after an investment of $25.6 million from the federal and municipal governments. This was announced by Member of Parliament Wayne Long and Mayor Marc Thorne.
The first channel will extend from Trout Creek to the Kennebecasis River flood plain, crossing Route 1, while the second channel will link Parson Brook to Trout Creek. Two overpasses will also be constructed on Highway 1 where it intersects the proposed channels.
This project will help keep residents, businesses, and critical infrastructure in the Town and Village of Sussex safe from flooding. Making adaptation investments now will have major economy-wide benefits later. Every dollar that is invested in adapting and preparing for natural disasters can return as much as $13 to $15 in benefits.
“We are proud to support the construction of these flood diversion channels in Sussex. This initiative is vital for protecting the health and safety of our residents, preserving critical infrastructure, and ensuring the continuity of essential services. This project exemplifies our commitment to making our community stronger and mitigating the severe impacts of flooding for the people of Sussex.” – Wayne Long, MP for Saint John—Rothesay, on behalf of Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities