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Accessibility improvements unveiled along the Cal-Sag Channel in Blue Island; event celebrates new ADA compliant gateway ramp to the MWRD’s waterfall station that improves water quality | MWRD
The SEPA station aerates water to support aquatic life and enhances water quality in the Calumet-Sag Channel, while offering a scenic gathering place along the waterway.
Projects, Stormwater
Media Coverage
"MWRD Vice President Theresa Flynn Leads Berwyn Green Infrastructure Groundbreaking," Suburban Chicagoland | MWRD
Through the MWRD’s Green Infrastructure Partnership Program, the project will install permeable paver parking lanes capable of capturing up to 112,800 gallons of stormwater per rain event.
Projects, Stormwater
Media Coverage
"Inside the machine: visiting the O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant," Steven Can Plan | MWRD
The O’Brien plant opened in October 1928. At the time, it was the largest sewage treatment facility in the world. Nearly a century later, it still serves over 1.3 million people across 143 square miles.
Wastewater
Media Coverage
"Crestwood and Midlothian project would add 4.5 million gallons of floodwater capacity," The Daily Southtown | MWRD
A comprehensive flood mitigation project that officials say will add 4.5 million gallons of floodwater storage capacity for Crestwood and Midlothian was presented to residents.
Stormwater
Press Release
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. | MWRD
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.
Events
Press Release
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, May 7 at 10:30 a.m. | MWRD
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.
Events
Event
Forest Preserves of Cook County Explore the Forest
Forest Preserves of Cook County Explore the Forest
Community Events
Media Coverage
"Help Clean Up The Cal-Sag Channel For Chicago River Day, Volunteers Needed," The Patch, Alsip-Crestwood | MWRD
The event is part of Chicago River Day, an annual, region-wide initiative to protect and restore local waterways.
Events, Wastewater