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MWRD celebrates 50 years of the Egan Water Reclamation Plant with celebration, unveiling of time capsule
September 22, 2025
The Egan WRP serves the communities of Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates, Inverness, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Roselle.
"Chicagoans Avoided Their ‘Filthy’ River for Years. On Sunday, They Swam in It.," New York Times
September 21, 2025
It has taken decades of cooperation between environmental groups and elected officials — including at least four mayors — to clean up the river.
Statement from the MWRD about today’s Chicago River Swim
September 21, 2025
The MWRD is pleased that our efforts over the past century, including the planning and construction of the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP) in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, has greatly improved water quality in our area waterways.
MWRD invites public to take Strategic Plan survey
September 18, 2025
We invite you to complete a short survey to help us evaluate current conditions and identify key priorities for the future.
"Shedd Aquarium study on fish reproduction in Chicago River indicates continuing recovery from pollution," CBS News Chicago
September 17, 2025
The study analyzed the species of fish that spawn in the Chicago River to sustain resilient and biodiverse fish communities.
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, September 18 at 10:30 A.M.
September 16, 2025
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.