What’s been buried under Forest Park for 100 years in an attempt to keep people safe

ST. LOUIS — The tunnel starts in University City and flows under Forest Park.

At one point in St. Louis’ history, the river contained in concrete was meandering and stream-like. Now, the River Des Peres can rage with wild abandon during a classic St. Louis storm.

Sean Stone works for Project Clear with the Metropolitan Sewer District. He showed 5 On Your Side around the underground…

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