Stormwater Management Projects
The MWRD has over 240 active and completed Stormwater Management projects throughout Cook County. Our projects range from huge flood mitigation reservoirs to smaller scale neighborhood green infrastructure projects.
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.
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.
La Grange Park
With support from the MWRD the village of La Grange Park converted three intersections along Monroe Avenue into permeable surfaces. The project reduces the load on the sewer system and will complement plans to separate additional sewer systems to divert water to nearby Salt Creek.
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.
Golf Mill Stormwater Park
The MWRD’s Golf Mill Stormwater Park provides flood relief for 100 structures in a 200-acre area on Niles’ northwest side.
UIC Green Infrastructure Project
The MWRD’s green infrastructure project at Arthington Mall Plaza at the University of Illinois at Chicago features 37,000 square feet of permeable pavement, new seating, native plants and rain gardens.
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.