Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Recovering Resources, Transforming Water
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Protecting Our Water Environment
President's Annual Message - 2024
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Procurement and Materials Management
You can help prevent flooding and protect water quality!
Native Landscaping
Native landscaping can help reduce flooding, protect water quality and provide habitat for wildlife.
Rain Barrels
We have rain barrels for sale for a low price, delivery included. Rain barrels capture rainwater from your roof and save it for later use.
Green Infrastructure
Capturing stormwater where it falls through natural systems and permeable surfaces.
Medication Disposal
When not disposed of properly, pharmaceuticals can end up in waterways. You can help keep pharmaceuticals from entering our waterways by disposing of unwanted medicine properly at the locations listed on this page.
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Recent News Releases
MWRD FLOW - July 2025
"Oak Lawn $13 million Polaris flood control project to begin this fall," Daily Southtown
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, June 26 at 10:30 A.M.
"Preparing for heavy rains," CBS News Chicago
Projects
Harvey Central Park Stormwater Detention Basin
The MWRD's Harvey Central Park Stormwater Detention Basin project will provide flood relief for the city of Harvey. This project will reduce flooding to approximately 209 homes during a 100-year storm event.
Addison Creek Reservoir and Channel Improvements
The 600-acre-foot Addison Creek Reservoir will hold 195 million gallons of storage capacity and connect with the Addison Creek Channel to protect the communities from overbank flooding.
Robbins Heritage Park and Midlothian Creek Restoration Project
The MWRD’s Robbins Heritage Park and Midlothian Creek Restoration Project will help address overbank flooding through a new stormwater park and pond, along with improvements to Midlothian Creek and an overflow channel that connects to the Cal-Sag Channel.
Mount Prospect Stormwater Projects
The MWRD worked with the village of Mount Prospect to transform two beautiful park spaces that can now accommodate more stormwater and protect the community from flooding, while also giving the residents a place to gather and play.
Calendar of Events
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Poplar Creek and Upper Salt Creek Watershed Planning Council Meeting
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