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Bookmark or Share- Chicago River - WikipediaThe Chicago River is a system of rivers and canals with a combined length of 156 miles (251 km) [1] that runs through the city of Chicago, including its center (the Chicago Loop). [2]
- Why the Chicago River was reversed - Encyclopedia BritannicaThe Chicago River connects to Lake Michigan, which supplies all the drinking water for the region. And in the 1800s the river was commonly used for sewage and garbage disposal. People didn’t understand the effect this would have on the lake. But the pollution from the river was causing contamination of the drinking water.
- About the River - Friends of the Chicago RiverFor some people, the 156-mile Chicago River is best known for its scenic architectural boat tours and beautiful riverwalk. But the river that flows through the heart of downtown Chicago, past forest preserves and parks, and all kinds of urban and suburban communities is the lifeblood of the region.
- Environmental activists concerned after debris collapses into Chicago ...Debris from future Bally's casino site falls into Chicago River 00:21. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Chicago area water officials said Wednesday that they are monitoring debris in the Chicago River, after ...
- The History of the Chicago River | The Chicago River Tour with Geoffrey ...For centuries, the Chicago River has drawn intrepid explorers, immigrant laborers, and industrial giants to its shores, lured by the promise of its opportunities. Yet as much as the river has been Chicago’s raison d’être, it has also been our most precarious problem to solve.
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