Wood Dale - Ward 2 & 3 Stormwater Improvements - Contract C

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Frequent flooding of homes and streets prevented emergency vehicle access. This project earned ASCE Outstanding Engineering Achievement Award (Under $10M) recognition, highlighting resourcefulness in planning and in the solutions for the design problems; innovations in construction materials and methods; impact on the physical environment, unusual aspects, and aesthetic values; and overall well-being to people & communities.

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The project scope included construction of a box culvert underground detention system (2.5M gallon capacity) within the City right-of-way with combined pumped and gravity discharge, 100-year stormwater conveyance to the detention system, and a 26’-deep stormwater lift station with 1500’ of 12” force main. Additional improvements included crossing beneath a 36” high pressure natural gas transmission main and ComEd high voltage distribution towers while coordinating conflicts, conducting public outreach, and maintaining resident access to homes, along with water main and service line replacement throughout the project area and over 2,800’ of roadway reconstruction with new curb & gutter and sidewalks. These efforts resulted in reduction of peak flows to Squaw Creek and Salt Creek, increased stormwater detention & conveyance, and improved flood protection for residents.