New Brookland Mill Village
Mill Village Area Infrastructure Project Update Beginning the week of February 16, 2026, the City of West Columbia will begin improvements to the storm drainage system on Alexander Road near the entrance of Riverwalk Circle. During construction: Detour signs will be in place to guide local traffic around the construction area Access from Riverwalk Circle […]
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The City of West Columbia is beginning a $15 million overhaul of the Mill Village neighborhood and Alexander Road. This comprehensive project is designed to modernize the area’s utility networks, reduce the risk of severe flooding, and improve overall safety and mobility for residents and visitors. The initiative is fueled by a strategic partnership between […]
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The New Brookland Mill Village is West Columbia’s most historic residential neighborhood. The first houses in the Mill Village were built in 1894. The houses there are where the workers of the Columbia Duck Mill, the building which is now the SC State Museum. New Brookland Mill Village has grown with the times, and is now […]
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The City of West Columbia is making an estimated $15 million investment in the New Brookland Mill Village area. Upgrades include water, stormwater, and roadway improvements. The project will replace aging water infrastructure, improve storm drainage, enhance travel routes, provide on-street parking, and enhance walkability throughout the area. These areas include: Riverwalk Circle along Alexander […]
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The City of West Columbia is reporting that New Stop signs have been installed in the New Brookland Mill Village that is bordered by State Street and Alexander Road. A City Facebook post reads: “After residents requested speed control in the area, new stop signs were installed at Oliver and Augusta Streets and Norfolk and […]
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