Update on the City of Alexandria's Deed Modification Request for Waterfront Park

The City of Alexandria received a letter from National Park Service (NPS) on February 20, 2026 indicating a reversal of their previous position on the City's Deed Modification request for the Waterfront Flood Mitigation Pump Station.

At the September 30 Legislative Meeting, the Alexandria City Council requested an evaluation of placement options for the pump station in Waterfront Park, including 1 Prince Street. This spring, City staff will present the results of this evaluation of flood mitigation options to the City Council.

The goal of the Waterfront Flood Mitigation Pump Station is to mitigate flooding that occurs along the waterfront, particularly in public parks and on King Street, Prince Street, The Strand, and Union Street. The City remains committed to finding a solution to ongoing flooding that addresses the effects of climate change, reduces our building footprint, and is a collaborative effort with our regional and national partners as well as members of the business community, residents, and others who enjoy our waterfront.

To learn more about the City Initiative, visit alexandriava.gov/waterfront or submit input for the project online.