Area flooding images and video – April 2013

It seems that many people have some form of images or videos capturing the severe flooding and damage caused by the recent storms. While this isn’t solely a fire service issue, we would greatly appreciate any additional photos or videos you might have to share. Here are some images and a video from Larry Shapiro, showcasing a portion of the northwest suburbs, including areas like Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, and Palatine. Ever driven down Milwaukee Avenue near Palatine Road and wondered about those large green gates on the side of the road? They were deployed for the first time on Thursday afternoon as a precaution ahead of the Des Plaines River cresting in the area.

 

 

More images showing the jersey barrier levee construction and the flood gate deployment can be viewed HERE.

Army Corps of Engineers projects for the Des Plaines River: **Phase I** **Authority:** Water Resources Development Act 1999 (Public Law 106-53) **Project Description:** The Des Plaines River has a long history of flooding, causing significant economic losses. The worst flood on record occurred in September 1986, resulting in an estimated $35 million in damages to 10,000 homes and 263 businesses. Over 15,000 residents were evacuated, and seven lives were lost. The project includes six structural elements: two levees, two reservoir expansions, one lateral storage area, and one dam modification. It also features a flood warning system. **Costs:** - Total Project Cost: $103,000,000 - Federal Cost: $67,000,000 - Non-Federal Cost: $36,000,000 **Current Status:** Construction of Levee 37 is largely complete, with the final gap expected to be closed once the compensatory storage facility at Heritage Park is finished. This is anticipated by late 2013 or early 2014. The Chicago District is currently finalizing plans for the Gaps and Closures contract, as well as for the Van Patten Woods Lateral Storage and Big Bend Lake expansion. Coordination with landowners, including the Forest Preserve District of Cook County and Lake County Forest Preserve District, is ongoing. **Phase II** **Authority:** Water Resources Development Act 1999, Section 419 **Project Description:** This study expands the focus to the entire Upper Des Plaines watershed, including 15 tributaries in Illinois and Wisconsin. It aims to reduce flooding, improve ecosystems, enhance water quality, and support recreation. Recent floods in 2004, 2007, 2008, and 2008 led to significant damage and disaster declarations. The study will evaluate both flood risk management and ecosystem restoration potential. **Costs:** - Total Project Cost: $12,944,000 - Federal Cost: $6,713,000 - Non-Federal Cost: $6,231,000 **Current Status:** An updated version of the Alternative Formulation Briefing Document was submitted for review in December 2012. It has been streamlined and should be reviewed by February 2013, leading to a public release soon after. Please check back later for the feasibility study release.

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