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Massive Dam Threatens Wild Alaska River
The State of Alaska has appropriated the initial funding to dam the Susitna River, which would do more harm than good.
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Low Impact Development Manual for the Lower Maumee and Ottawa River Watersheds
This manual is written to provide stormwater managers and site designers with a common understanding of Low Impact Development (LID) goals and objectives, site assessment considerations, and a toolbox of stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP) applicable to the Lower Maumee and Ottawa River watersheds. BMP information includes design guidelines, specifications, details, and maintenance concerns as […]
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New Protections for Wateree River
The Congaree Land Trust, a partner in the Wateree River Blue Trail Coalition, recently secured a conservation easement on the Wateree River that will protect the river’s unique natural values, wildlife habitat, and clean water for generations to come.
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Kershaw County, SC’s River Protections are a National Model
American Rivers today applauded Kershaw County for taking bold steps to protect its clean water, calling the county’s new package of zoning rules a model for other counties nationwide.
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Local Water Policy Innovation: A Road Map for Community Based Stormwater Solutions
Stormwater that dirty, oily runoff from streets and parking lots that contaminates local streams is a leading cause of water pollution in Ohio and around the country. American Rivers and Midwest Environmental Advocates released a report, “Local Water Policy Innovation: A Road Map for Community Based Stormwater Solutions” to help citizens tackle this pervasive problem […]