Big Western Springs Drainage Project Mostly Done; Neighborhood Once Flood-Prone

The village of Western Springs, Illinois, announced that the Springdale drainage project is substantially complete. The project, which includes a new detention basin designed to manage stormwater and reduce flood risks, has already proven effective during summer storms. While the basin is operational, local park playing fields will remain closed through the winter to allow the newly planted turf to develop a strong root system before reopening in early spring.