It seems that many people have some form of images or videos capturing the extensive flooding and damage caused by the recent storms. While this isn't solely a fire service concern, we would appreciate more photos or footage to share with the community. Here are some visuals from Larry Shapiro, showcasing a portion of the northwest suburbs, including areas like Prospect Heights, Mount Prospect, Arlington Heights, and Palatine.
Ever wondered about those large green gates along Milwaukee Avenue near Palatine Road? They were installed for the first time on Thursday afternoon as a precaution against the Des Plaines River rising in the area.
A section of Willow Road in Prospect Heights is closed to traffic. Larry Shapiro photo
Hillcrest Drive at Willow Road in Prospect Heights. Larry Shapiro photo
Closing the Army Corps of Engineers flood gates on Milwaukee Avenue at Palatine Road. Larry Shapiro photo
The flood relief gates are locked into place across Milwaukee Avenue. Larry Shapiro photo
When the bottom plates on the gates were lowered, they create a seal along the pavement. Larry Shapiro photo
Pump setup to remove water from a housing complex along River Road. Larry Shapiro photo
Stacking jersey barriers to create a barrier along a flooded section of River Road in Mount Prospect. Larry Shapiro photo
The jersey barriers are wrapped with Visqueen and weighted down with sand bags. Larry Shapiro photo
Crews build a temporary levee along River Road in Mount Prospect. Larry Shapiro photo
Apple Drive and Plaza Drive in Prospect Heights. Larry Shapiro photo
Twin Lakes golf course in Palatine along Route 53. Larry Shapiro photo
[Watch video here]
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 maximum flood of record occurred in September 1986, resulting in an estimated $35 million in damage 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. Construction includes Levee 37, Levee 50, Buffalo Creek Reservoir expansion, Big Bend Lake expansion, Van Patten Woods Lateral Storage, and North Fork Mill Creek Dam Modification.
**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. The 600-foot gap will be closed once the compensatory storage facility at Heritage Park is completed, expected by late 2013 or early 2014. The Chicago District is finalizing plans for the Gaps and Closures contract and working on designs for Van Patten Woods and Big Bend Lake expansion. Coordination with landowners is ongoing.
**Phase II**
**Authority:**
Water Resources Development Act 1999, Section 419
**Project Description:**
This study expands the focus from the mainstem of the Des Plaines River to its entire Upper watershed, covering 15 tributaries in Illinois and Wisconsin. The goal is to reduce flooding, restore ecosystems, improve water quality, and enhance recreation. Recent floods in 2004, 2007, 2008, and 2008 prompted significant damage and disaster declarations. The study aims to further reduce main stem and tributary flooding while restoring degraded ecosystems.
**Costs:**
Total Project Cost: $12,944,000
Federal Cost: $6,713,000
Non-Federal Cost: $6,231,000
**Current Status:**
An updated Alternative Formulation Briefing Document was submitted for review in December 2012. It combines five volumes into one and is expected to be reviewed by February, leading to a public release soon. Please check back for the full feasibility study.
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