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MWRD FLOW - July 2026
July 1, 2026
For The Love of Water (FLOW) is a summary of news from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago.
"Blessing of the Waters to celebrate 20 years," Beverly Review
June 26, 2026
The Blessing of the Waters, celebrating its 20th year, will be held on Sunday, June 28, at 3 p.m., along the Cal-Sag Channel at the MWRD waterfall, located in Blue Island at Fulton and Chatham streets.
Stormwater Central: MWRD releases an online portal to document and map stormwater management storage progress
June 25, 2026
The MWRD has released an online portal to document and map stormwater management storage progress
NACWA honors the MWRD with six Platinum Peak Performance Awards
June 23, 2026
The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) has recognized the MWRD with six Platinum 5 Peak Performance Awards for meeting at least five consecutive years of 100 percent compliance in meeting National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits.
11 a.m. Storm Update: MWRD’s TARP systems manages heavy rainfall
June 22, 2026
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) has been working around the clock to capture billions of gallons of stormwater that have fallen across Cook County during recent storm events.
MWRD issues Overflow Action Alert
June 21, 2026
With impending rain, the MWRD encourages area residents and business owners to reduce water use during and after the storm to help prevent flooding and protect water quality.