2026 Turkey Creek Maintenance Phase 1
Summary
The surveyor reported tree removal work underway along Turkey Creek and Lateral 7 after tornado damage, with coordination through the mayor's office on volunteer help.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
$103,875 in emergency removal invoices.
Residents along the affected ditches get debris cleared and drainage restored.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Lake County Drainage Advisory Committee - Oct 21, 2026
The committee wants to advertise bids for maintenance work on Turkey Creek from Liverpool to Broadway, but the Little Calumet River partial funding is still pending — a risk if the money doesn't come through.
Lake County Drainage Advisory Committee - Aug 19, 2026
The county paid KDM over $103,000 to clear emergency log jams and obstructions from Turkey Creek Laterals 6 and 7 — recommended for approval.
Lake County Drainage Advisory Committee - Jul 15, 2026
A tornado through Merrillville left Turkey Creek Laterals 6 and 7 full of downed trees and debris, raising obstruction and flooding risks. Emergency crews are already clearing it, with $43,275 in invoices approved and more expected.
Drainage Board - Jun 17, 2026
The surveyor reported tree removal work underway along Turkey Creek and Lateral 7 after tornado damage, with coordination through the mayor's office on volunteer help.
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