Reinvesting in Our Community: A Look Ahead at Fall Projects

As fall approaches, so does a new season of progress and transformation across our community. This autumn, a series of crucial infrastructure projects will break ground—each designed to enhance connectivity, improve public safety, and support long-term growth. From roadway upgrades and utility improvements to bridge restorations, these initiatives reflect ongoing investments in the region’s resilience and livability.

In this article, we highlight the most important projects launching this season, explore their expected impacts, and provide a roadmap for what residents and stakeholders can anticipate in the coming months.

 In September, we will begin the Bridge Restoration Project, which will affect six of our bridges. These include two bridges at Ocean Lane and Carnoustie, the bridge between the North Gate and Dunes House Lane, and the bridges on Haul Away, Full Sweep, and Swing About. The project involves cleaning, reinforcing, and resurfacing the bridges. This work is designed to extend the lifespan of each structure by an additional 15 years.

This fall, Full Sweep, Top Side, and Yard Arm are scheduled for resurfacing. Two inches of asphalt will be milled from the road surface, any repairs will be made to the substrate, and a fresh two-layer coat of asphalt will be applied. We will also take this opportunity to replace old stormwater infrastructure on Full Sweep.

This project continues ongoing improvements to Mooring Buoy from the past few years. The project includes storm drainage upgrades, resurfacing, and a more robust water conveyance system for the lagoon at the northern end of Mooring Buoy. Broad Creek PSD will also take this opportunity to replace its water main in that area.

The project is scheduled to start later this year or early 2026. Following guidance from the Town of Hilton Head and the State of South Carolina, we are adopting the 25-year Storm Event Standard for Infrastructure. This standard will help Palmetto Dunes better withstand heavy stormwater events and improve infrastructure to shed water more effectively.

Since the planned T-Streets project depends on the new 25-year Storm Event Standard, it will be delayed until storm drain improvements on Mooring Buoy are finished. The project is likely to start in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.

Improvements will be made to better manage water levels in the pond at Port Tack and Offshore. During heavy rains, water levels rise significantly. New systems will be installed to improve water level control.

If you have any questions about upcoming projects, please contact our Asset and Enhancement Manager, Scott Kleist, at [email protected].