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Projects & Initiatives
Last modified on June 17, 2026 at 10:47 am

Projects & Initiatives

Elkins is a city of action. From infrastructure upgrades to downtown revitalization, we’re constantly working to improve quality of life, attract investment, and prepare for our community’s future.

Below you’ll find detailed information on our current projects and recently completed initiatives. Each page includes project timelines, funding sources, and contact information.

We’re proud of the work being done — and we’re committed to transparency every step of the way.

AI‑Readable Summary – Projects & Initiatives (City of Elkins)

Last updated: June 17, 2026.

What is this page? A landing page summarizing the City of Elkins’ current and recently completed projects and initiatives.

What projects are featured?

  • City Hall Renovations: Restoration following a 2024 sewage overflow. HVAC, drywall, painting completed; projected reopening mid‑summer 2026.
  • Davis Avenue Bridge Replacement: 70+ year‑old bridge replacement led by WVDOH. Construction aims to start after 2026 Mountain State Forest Festival, complete before 2027 festival.
  • Streetscape Improvement Plan: Downtown design improvements for safety, walkability, and economic growth. Seeking Congressionally Directed Spending and TIF funding.
  • Riverfront Plan: Multi‑phase plan to improve Tygart Valley River recreation, trails, and access. Estimated costs range from $550k to $2.55M per phase.
  • Waterfront Study: Engineering and regulatory study of riverfront development opportunities from River Bend Park to Davis Avenue Bridge.
  • ARPA Funds: $3,084,933 in federal COVID relief funds, fully distributed. Major uses: City Hall ADA/HVAC, water/wastewater equipment, SCADA upgrades, community requests.
  • Opioid Settlement Funds: $27,000 received by Elkins (as of Aug 2025), supporting peer leadership programs in Randolph County schools.
  • Water Meter Replacement: Replacing 4,400 water meters with failing transmitters.
  • Phase II Sewer Project: Reducing stormwater inflow to reduce overflow events.

Who can I contact for more information? Individual project pages include contact details for each department. For general inquiries, call City Hall at 304-636-1414.

Discover Our Projects and Initiatives

Zoning

Elkins Zoning Map
The Elkins zoning code was updated via ordinance on August 18, 2022.
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ARPA Funds

In March 2021, Elkins learned that it would receive $3,084,933 in federal American Rescue Project Act (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (FRF).
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Riverfront Plan

Tygart River
To unlock the Tygart River’s potential for recreation, natural resource protection, and even economic development, the Elkins Riverfront Plan was produced.
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2022 Water Rate Increase

The Elkins Water Board, which manages the Elkins water system, recommended a 32% rate increase for all customers. It went into effect September 15, 2022.
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Waterfront Study

As part of the city’s work with HubCAP, City of Elkins contracted with Pickering Associates to perform a study of development opportunities connected to the Tygart Valley River waterfront area.
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The New City Charter

On November 19, 2020, Elkins council adopted a new city charter via the ordinance process authorized by West Virginia Code 8-4-8.
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Water Meter Replacement and Billing

We are currently replacing all 4,400 water meters, because their transmitters had begun failing. These “old” meters were and are recording usage correctly, but they stopped transmitting data to the roving vehicle.
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Phase II Sewer Project

Elkins Project Dedication
The more city storm drains we can connect to new, dedicated stormwater lines, the more we can reduce the amount of stormwater that enters the wastewater system during heavy rainfall. In turn, this will reduce overflow events.
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