Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
E Southdowns Dr
- Case Date:
- 5/30/2025
Utility drain at the intersection of East Southdowns Drive and South Woodlawn (across the street from the Woodlawn Shelter) requires someone to remove all the leaves and stuff from the drawing screen. Every time the drain is cleaned, the leaves and stuff are never removed, only raked away. Please remove all the debris so it does not clog the drain again. Thank you.
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
909 W Moravec WAY
- Case Date:
- 4/8/2025
There are two pipes that run under the railroad tracks, opposite the B-Line trail at lamppost 157, that are part of the stormwater drainage system for the surrounding neighborhoods. They both appear to be almost completely blocked up, effectively creating a stagnant pond on the north side of the tracks. I tried clearing debris from around the mouth with a rake, but I believe the blockages are deeper inside the pipes. It would be good if this could get cleaned out before mosquito breeding season begins. It might also be a good idea to install a grate to prevent larger debris from getting lodged inside these pipes in the future. Thanks!
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
909 W Moravec WAY
- Case Date:
- 4/30/2025
Drainage pipes that run under the railroad tracks are blocked up again. I cleared as much as I could from the inflows but I can see more material lodged inside. Hope we can get a grate installed at some point to prevent future blockages. Opposite the B-Line trail at lamppost 157. Thanks!
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
901 W 11th ST
- Case Date:
- 6/1/2018
There is a stormwater runoff ditch between our house (901 W 11th St) and the neighboring house, 827 W 11th St. I've noticed that after a rainfall, the stormwater that collects in the ditch looks blackish in color, and there is a strong odor of sewage coming from it.
I'm wondering if there is a leak from the sanitary sewer somewhere in the neighborhood, that is spilling into the stormwater sewer.
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
806 S Stull AVE
- Case Date:
- 5/15/2013
A number of neighbors on our street have noticed the storm drains at 806 & 809 S. Stull appear to be clogged. We can see the stagnant water through the grate and it is above the culvert pipe and is just standing there. Please see attached photo. We are concerned about mosquito breeding and drain overflow into the street during heavy rain. Please send someone out to fix the situation. Many Thanks!
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
700 W Howe ST
- Case Date:
- 2/5/2017
Bicycling on Howe, I was struck by the fact that both storm sewer grates appear to be obstructed by yard waste, which will become an issue when we get our spring rains before the thaw.
I suspect that this is not an isolated experience.
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
604 E Allendale DR
- Case Date:
- 4/2/2025
Many storm drains and curbs look like this in neighborhood after winter going into weekend of massive rain. The no leaf collection is a fine idea, but there needs to be follow-up street sweeping or repercussions for people who don’t clear their curbs and drains.
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
600-610 West Ryan Road
- Case Date:
- 9/19/2017
Storm sewer inlet gets blocked and backs up frequently
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
511 S Mitchell ST
- Case Date:
- 9/10/2018
The city has come out and measured several times for a culvert to be installed in front of my driveway. The problem is that the street is higher than my driveway and this house is at the bottom of a hill. When it rains all the debris from the street and houses above me come into my driveway. There is so much water that my basement can flood and the water level can easily reach several feet deep. I have at the moment blocks of stones in front of my driveway so that the debris and water keeps going down Mitchel street instead of blocking the small drainage grates that are in driveway.
Sincerely, Philippe Garnier
Sewer Problems (Storm Sewers)
500 S Park Ridge RD
- Case Date:
- 3/14/2025
Broken sewer line. Been uncovered for several weeks. Outside building 9 near fire lane