The Current is the online publication for American Rivers. Read the latest news and information about rivers and learn how you can help.
June 21, 2017
Floods & Floodplains, Most Endangered Rivers
The Neuse River and the Cape Fear River, two of 2017's Most Endangered Rivers, are constantly being threatened by excessive animal waste stored in floodplains. By removing the existing concentrated animal feeding operations in the floodplain, the threat to our water resources and communities will be reduced.... Read More
June 12, 2017
Protecting Rivers
It's that time of year again! June is National Rivers Month, a time to celebrate and understand the importance of our rivers. As a constant source for clean drinking water and outdoor recreation, rivers are very important to families across the country. Here is a deeper look into why... Read More
June 10, 2017
Discover Rivers, Protecting Rivers, Wild and Scenic Rivers
Under the National Wild and Scenic River Act, rivers are protected from development and federal involvement that could further harm the quality of the designated river. Unfortunately, only 1/4 of 1% of our rivers have been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. But with the help of... Read More
June 9, 2017
Climate Change & Rivers, Conserving Clean Water, Floods & Floodplains, Water Supply
From Mississippi to South Carolina to Georgia, drought and water scarcity have damaged and devastated many communities in the South, as a result of climate change. But climate change won't stop there.... Read More
June 7, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers, Protecting Rivers
Listening to the music made by a river can be one of the most soothing and rewarding sounds. With so much going on in the world, sometimes it is important to sit back and enjoy the simpler things.... Read More
June 6, 2017
Climate Change & Rivers, Stormwater and Sewage, Water Supply
The anticipated arrival of President Donald Trump to Cincinnati, Ohio will primarily focus on his vision for the nation's infrastructure. Trump should consider these four important points when determining our access to clean drinking water, for our current communities and the future.... Read More
June 5, 2017
Stormwater and Sewage, Water Supply
In one Atlanta community that has historically been marginalized and left out of decision-making processes affecting their neighborhoods, the tides are beginning to change as community partners leverage relationships to implement green stormwater infrastructure along urban highways.... Read More
June 2, 2017
Conserving Clean Water, National River Cleanup®, Restoring Damaged Rivers
Corporate volunteers from Keurig Green Mountain join Suffolk, VA locals in a community-based project to protect and preserve the waterways within the area. After continuous participation, many of the volunteers feel that they, too, can make an important impact on the protection of the environment.... Read More
May 31, 2017
Restoring Damaged Rivers, Water Supply
A myriad of local, state, and federal partners are working to restore some of the largest meadow systems in California and recover one of the West's most iconic native trout.... Read More
May 29, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers, Protecting Rivers
The Native American Nisenan Tribe holds the Bear River sacred, and they are fighting to be heard in the debate over the proposed Centennial Dam.... Read More
May 26, 2017
Conserving Clean Water, Floods & Floodplains, Protecting Rivers, Water Supply
The Trump Administration is getting rid of the Clean Water Rule, important legislation that protects small streams and wetlands across the country.
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May 24, 2017
Most Endangered Rivers, Protecting Rivers
EPA has rescinded its prior determination that large-scale mining in Alaska’s Bristol Bay region would be harmful to salmon fishery.... Read More
