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Suburbanites dig out storm drains as water threat buildsFeb 19, 2014 12:00 AM
Welcome warmth was creating its own hazards Wednesday in the suburbs, as melting snow and ice left water in unwanted places. Mike Hamlin, 26, of Schaumburg, took the opportunity to chip and shovel out the ice and snow by his driveway, as his house sits on the low end of the road and water was building up. “It was a couple of inches deep — deep enough to cover my foot,” he said of the water backup.
Des Plaines driving range eyed for flood reservoirJan 23, 2014 12:00 AM
Golfers at the Harry Semrow Golf Driving Range in Des Plaines could soon be launching golf balls onto an open field that doubles as a reservoir during local flooding. The driving range, a 37-acre site at Golf and Rand roads, was identified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a possible location for a reservoir as one alternative to constructing a reservoir at historic Didier Farms near Lincolnshire.
$1.4M investment could yield bounty of projects in Lake County Jan 7, 2014 12:00 AM
The work may not begin for awhile, but a contingent of Lake County Forest Preserve District officials are supporting a plan to invest $1.4 million of local taxpayer money to get an estimated $58 million in projects intended to address flooding and water quality issues along the Des Plaines River.
Libertyville High School flood repairs approved Dec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Eight months after a subbasement at Libertyville High School flooded during heavy rains, the District 128 board has approved a $650,000 repair plan. The Stuckey Construction Co. of Waukegan will perform the work during the upcoming winter break.
Mount Prospect hires engineer for flood control work Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Mount Prospect has hired Downers Grove-based Burns & McDonnell to provide both design engineering and bidding assistance on the second phase of its flood control plan, at a cost not to exceed $407,540. “It is the opinion of staff that they are perhaps uniquely qualified to perform this work based on their experience in this particular problem and at this particular time,” Public Works Director Sean Dorsey said.
Images: Strong storms hit Illinois Nov 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Storms hit the Chicagoland area causing area flooding and tornado warnings throught the suburbs. The Chicago Bears football game was delayed for over an hour due to the weather.
Texas flooding kills 1, prompts dozens of rescues Oct 31, 2013 12:00 AM
One man was killed as heavy rains across Central Texas swelled rivers and creeks and triggered flash flooding Thursday, prompting dozens of rescues across a region that’s been dealing with a long, punishing drought.
Des Plaines homes to get some flood relief Oct 29, 2013 12:00 AM
About a dozen Des Plaines homeowners whose properties are prone to flooding should get some relief, city officials say, after a new storm sewer is installed on their block. Work begins this week on installation of the 24-inch diameter underground drain pipe, which is intended to ease flooding on Clayton Lane, between Sioux Park and Central Road.
Objections lead Army Corps to drop plans for Didier Farms Oct 3, 2013 12:00 AM
Faced with opposition from local governments and property owners, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is dropping a controversial proposal to build a large reservoir on the historic Didier Farms site north of Buffalo Grove, according to Village President Jeffrey Braiman. “Because of the pushback from Didier, (Lake) county and us, (they) are taking it out of the plan,” he said.
Elk Grove, DuPage County team for flood control study Sep 26, 2013 12:00 AM
Elk Grove Village and DuPage County plan to share the cost of an engineering study that examines flood control storage along Salt Creek. It’s one of the steps officials plan to take before modifications are made to the Busse Woods Dam, located near Cosman Road in Elk Grove Village, in an effort to alleviate flooding.
27 Des Plaines River projects suggested to curb floods Sep 24, 2013 12:00 AM
A federal study recommends $400 million to $450 million worth of projects aimed at limiting flood damage and restoring ecosystems along the Des Plaines River in Cook and Lake counties and southeastern Wisconsin. The recommendations heard at a Mount Prospect open house by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encompass 27 projects. "They have to do something. The levee in Des Plaines is like a godsend,” one resident said.
Public meetings scheduled to discuss Des Plaines River report Sep 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Public meetings to discuss the “Upper Des Plaines River and Tributaries, IL and WI Integrated Feasibility Report and Environmental Assessment,” which was released for public comment Sept. 3 will be held Sept. 23-25.
Corps holds public meetings on Des Plaines River report Sep 16, 2013 12:00 AM
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will hold a series of public meetings next week to discuss the findings of a report outlining a variety of potential flood risk management and ecosystem restoration projects that could be implemented along the Upper Des Plaines River. The meetings will give the public a chance to review and comment on the report.
Lisle steakhouse damaged in flood to get new buildingSep 13, 2013 12:00 AM
A Lisle restaurant hit hard by flooding April 18 may have the longest road to recovery of any business in the village, but staff and supporters of Raymes Steak and Fish House celebrated a major step forward Thursday with the groundbreaking of a new building to house the supper club-themed restaurant. “We're ready for the new building,” owner Jerri Nolan said. “We're ready for progress.”
Mount Prospect works to curb Lawrence Lane flooding Sep 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Many areas of Mount Prospect are prone to flooding, but for the residents of one particular neighborhood, the cup continually overflows. This summer, however, the village has engaged in a series of public improvements designed to mitigate flooding in the area surrounding Lawrence Lane.
Prospect Hts. funding to ‘whittle away’ at flooding in doubt Sep 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Prospect Heights City Council wants to "whittle away" at flooding problems in the city, attacking the most serious first, but showing little interest in coming up with local ways to fund millions of dollars needed to solve the issues as outlined by a consultant. “You have huge, huge decisions to make,” said City Engineer Jim Johnson.
Army Corps awards contract to finish Levee 37 Sep 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $2.4 million contract to Fuel Tank Maintenance Company of Tennessee to fill gaps in Levee 37 in Mount Prospect and Prospect Heights. The company will begin work on 135 feet of floodwall along Milwaukee Avenue this fall. Next spring, after the completion of compensatory storage in Wheeling’s Heritage Park, the company will begin closing a 600-foot regulated gap in the levee.
Bartlett approves bid for drainage improvement project on Amherst DriveSep 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Bartlett officials expressed excitement at a village board meeting earlier this week about getting a drainage improvement project underway on Amherst Drive with help from DuPage County.
Cook suburbs to get $13.9 million for flood recovery Sep 4, 2013 12:00 AM
The U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Department announced this week that it is awarding $13.9 million to suburban Cook County to aid in the recovery from last springs devastating storms, strong winds and flooding. Des Plaines officials were uncertain Wednesday just how the community might benefit from the funding that was announced.
Wheeling officials: Proposed stormwater fee could help fight flooding Sep 4, 2013 12:00 AM
Without enough money to maintain infrastructure designed to reduce flooding, Wheeling officials may impose a stormwater fee on residents to help pay for upkeep and improvements.