Heartland Water Resources was founded in 1988 after a number of individuals and other organizations realized the tremendous problem and dedication needed to save and restore the Peoria Lakes.  And a new organization was needed whose sole purpose was the Peoria Lakes. Heartland Water Resources Council’s educates the public on issues related to sedimentation, erosion, flooding and other issues pertinent to our lakes and tributaries.

 There are numerous agencies and organizations working for the betterment of the Illinois River and its tributary streams, including the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, US Fish & Wildlife Service, US Army Corps of Engineers, Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, The Wetlands Initiative, The Nature Conservancy and Heartland Water Resources Council.