Redesigning D.W. Field Parkway
Funded by Massachusetts Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program (MVP) Grant and
Massachusetts Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant
Why Improve the Parkway?
D.W. Field Parkway currently included minimal stormwater management facilities, and stormwater flows directly into adjacent waterways without treatment, which results in degraded water quality in the Park’s water resources. The proposed improvements will improve water quality of stormwater discharging into the park’s water resources.
Proposed Improvements
Stormwater Upgrades:
Installation of green infrastructure (water quality swales, bioretention and infiltration basins) to collect, infiltrate, treat, and detain stormwater generated by the Parkway and at Tower Hill parking lot.
Roadway Reconstruction:
Approximately 4 miles of reconstruction along D.W. Field Parkway between Old Pond Street in Avon and Oak Street in Brockton to separate bicycles and pedestrians from vehicular traffic.
Parking Lot Revitalization:
Tower Hill parking lot will be renovated to include natural play features, seating areas, walking paths, and green infrastructure.
Benefits to the Community
Improved water quality to the park’s wetlands and water resources
Increased access to open space
Additional recreation opportunities
Safer travel facilities for all road users.
Public Feedback
The community is invited to comment on this project. Please complete the following form:
Two public meetings were held to review this project in the spring of 2026. Watch the recording of the virtual public meeting held on May 13:
Coming Soon: MEPA Process. These designs are being submitted for review and permitting to the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) Office. The public will be able to comment directly to MEPA, a link will be available here. Further information on the MEPA consultation session will be available here.
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