Neponset River: 2021 Town Water Quality Reports
NepRWA's water quality reports are used to assess the Neponset River's health and locate pollution sources.
NepRWA's water quality reports are used to assess the Neponset River's health and locate pollution sources.
Climate change will affect the Neponset Watershed land, water, people, and wildlife -- and create a new "normal" for all of us.
NepRWA is extremely grateful to all of the volunteers who participated in the cleanup on Sept. 17th.
Brook Trout found at newly restored Traphole Brook in Norwood
The month of June was significantly drier than average, worsening the already significant drought in the region.
Despite our best efforts, we were unable to secure the passage of a new drought management bill.
We can't say it often enough -- our volunteers are just awesome!
Updated June 15, 2022 — Significant Drought Declared for Southeast and Northeast Regions in MA “With Massachusetts continuing to experience dry conditions in much of the state over the course of the last several months, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Beth Card today declared a Level 2-Significant Drought in both the Northeast and Southeast […]
NepRWA's 2022 Annual Meeting is now in the history books.
It was a perfect day for enjoying the Neponset River, Greenway Trail, and DCR parks!
June 2022 — NepRWA staff has been working with a diverse staff from the Town of Foxborough and Fuss & O’Neill to get the word out about both the project and provide general education about climate-driven stormwater flooding and drought. For more information and to provide feedback, visit the project website. Events have included: an […]
EPA formally proposed to add the Lower Neponset (3.7 miles between Mother Brook and the Baker Dam) to the National Priorities List
There's good news to report on some priority bills.
January 2022– We are pleased to announce a year-long partnership with the Castle Island Brewery through their Fiver Charitable initiative. The Fiver Initiative is a charitable giving program supported by global sales of Fiver, Castle Island’s year-round Hazy IPA. For every giving year – the period from December 1st through November 30th – they will contribute […]
With your help, the Neponset River and its ponds, streams, and parks are becoming healthier and more accessible!
Please Thank Your Legislators for Prioritizing Climate Resilience Funding—and Urge Them to Do More! Our legislature has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to increase support for critical programs that will dictate the future of our environment, communities, and climate resilience – but they need to hear from you. The Massachusetts House of Representatives has released its proposal […]
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a water quality report card for the Neponset River and the bacteria “grades” can be seen in the map below. The report card shows the result of water samples taken from various locations across the 120-square mile Neponset River Watershed and is made possible through NepRWA’s Community […]
We are one step closer to obtaining the resources necessary to remove legacy industrial pollution from the bottom of the Lower Neponset River!
NepRWA has identified six long-term strategic goals to guide our work.
For just $5 you can get the Neponset River Paddler's Guide and explore Boston's "Hidden River"!