Community demands action on Faywell Dam flooding issues

During a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding the impact of the Faywell Dam on local flooding. A speaker presented an engineering report detailing how the dam exacerbates flooding issues, particularly during heavy rainfall events. The speaker emphasized that the majority of the documentation referenced was sourced from DuPage County Stormwater Management, underscoring the reliance on official studies to support their claims.

The speaker highlighted a critical study comparing the effects of the dam's operation during a hypothetical hundred-year storm, noting that the area downstream experiences minimal drainage capacity, which has led to severe flooding conditions. They pointed out that the modifications made to the dam, specifically the removal of a 48-inch low flow culvert, have worsened the situation, leading to increased water levels during storms.

In addition to these concerns, the speaker requested that their findings be formally submitted into the meeting minutes for future reference. The meeting then transitioned to official comments, where it was announced that a hearing would take place on Thursday regarding a property use request at the intersection of Butterfield and Batavia Road, indicating ongoing developments in local land use planning.