Kenosha County Community Scores $157K State Grant to Map Flood Risks and Fight Future Damage

BRISTOL, Wis. (WRJN) – The Village of Bristol is getting nearly $157,000 in state funding to study flooding concerns and find ways to prevent future damage.

Governor Tony Evers announced the grant this week as part of a $2 million statewide program aimed at helping communities prepare for and reduce flood risks. The funding will allow Bristol to study how water moves through the area and identify problem spots that could cause flooding during heavy rain.

The grant comes from Wisconsin’s Pre-Disaster Flood Resilience Program, created in 2024 and managed by Wisconsin Emergency Management. The program helps local governments assess flooding hazards and look for long-term solutions, such as improving drainage and restoring natural water flow.

State officials say the goal is to protect homes, businesses, and infrastructure by investing in prevention before the next big storm hits. Fifteen communities across Wisconsin received grants this year, including Bristol in Kenosha County.