DRAINAGE AND FLOODING:
How do I know if my property is located in a Floodplain?
A flood determination can be made by using the Flood insurance rate map (FIRM). The maps are kept in the Engineering Division for public use.
Is stormwater detention required on my development?
The City of Midwest City requires Stormwater detention when the impervious area is increased. More detailed information can be found in Code Section 13, Drainage and Flood Control.
I have a drainage ditch on my development, do I have to improve it?
There are two classifications of drainage channels, Primary and Secondary. Primary drainage channels are those that are illustrated on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) with a Floodway. All other drainage channels are Secondary. Primary drainage channels are not required to be improved, but may be required to be cleared and reshaped. Secondary drainage channels are required to be improved to contain the 100 year storm and are to be concrete lined. An easement is required for the Primary and Secondary drainage channel for the limits of the 100 year storm.
TRAFFIC:
Can I get traffic counts in my area?
A traffic count map of Midwest City is provided on the website and a link to traffic count information for the Metro area is provided by the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG). A link to ACOG information is provided.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS:
Where is the public water/sewer line(s) located on or near my development?
The Engineering Division has plans of the public water and sanitary sewer lines in the city. Locations of the public utilities are provided on utility location maps on the City website.
Do I have to extend public water/sewer line(s) to my development?
At the time of development or when you get your building permit if public water lines are located within 150 feet and sanitary sewer is located within 300 feet the extension of the public main is required.
What are the City Maintenance Bond requirements for construction of public improvements?
A one (1) year maintenance bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the contract price for water mains and sanitary sewer mains are required prior to the start of construction. A five (5) year maintenance bond in the amount of ten (10%) of the contract price for paving and storm sewer projects is required prior to construction.
What are the city inspection fees for construction of public improvements?
Inspection fees in the amount of two percent (2%) of the contract price are required for public water main, sanitary sewer main, paving, and storm sewer projects prior to the start of construction.
GENERAL QUESTIONS:
Where is your office located?
The Engineering Division is located on the second floor of City Hall, 100 N. Midwest Blvd., Midwest City, OK 73110 (Northeast corner of E. Reno Ave. and Midwest Blvd.)
Who is my councilman and how do I talk to them?
A ward map showing the boundaries and councilman is located on the city website, along with an e-mail link to your councilman.