Wescott Park Stormwater Storage Facility Completed

NORTHBROOK, IL - The Wescott Park Stormwater Storage Facility is now complete.

The new facility will provide 7.5 million gallons of storage capacity, improve park grounds and shield homes in the Sunset Fields subdivision from flooding, according to a village of Northbrook news release.

"One of my first priorities upon being elected village president was to improve the conditions of those who were affected by flooding in Northbrook. This project has truly advanced that goal. It has been a pleasure to work with MWRD, the Northbrook Park District and School District 30, from inception to completion," said Northbrook Village President Sandy Frum. "The Wescott Park Stormwater Facility is a prime example of what can be accomplished when governmental agencies work together for the benefit of a community. Northbrook is in a better place because this detention facility has been built. I look forward to a drier tomorrow."

A new storm sewer along Farnsworth Avenue and a stormwater chamber underneath the northern half of the park were part of the $9.65 million project.

About 70 new trees and 50 new shrubs were also added to the park.

photo via the village of Northbrook. Village President Sandy Frum cuts the river on the new stormwater facility in Westcott Park that will help prevent flooding issues in the area.