Massive stormwater project aims to protect Indian River Lagoon

Brevard County, FL. — A major stormwater project is underway in the City of Melbourne to help improve the health of the Indian River Lagoon. The effort centers around the installation of a massive baffle box near the intersection of Apollo Boulevard and General Aviation Drive. The structure, which will arrive in 24 separate pieces, is designed to treat runoff from an 854-acre drainage basin.