Stream & Watershed Enhancement Grant Program
Learn more about the grant program, schedule and awards
About the GrantWhat's New
SRBC Seeks Hydrologist 1 - SRBC seeks a Hydrologist 1 for the Planning & Operations Program located in its Harrisburg, PA office. This position provides technical support on a variety of water resources projects including water availability studies, consumptive use mitigation grants, flood warning and response, drought planning and monitoring, and environmental flow management.
SRBC to Hold Business Meeting in Baltimore, Maryland - SRBC is conducting its quarterly business meeting on Thursday, September 12th, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. in Baltimore, Md. Please note the time-change of this meeting from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Commissioners will consider action on several agenda items.
Monthly Minute August 2024 - A 60 second summary of what's been happening at the Susquehanna River Basin Commission.
- Innovative Program Awards $11 Million
- Getting Ready to Welcome Back the Fish!
- Taking Advantage of Policy Changes
Innovative Program Awards $11 Million to Reduce Chesapeake Bay Conowingo Pollutants - The Susquehanna River Basin Commission (SRBC) and the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) are thrilled to announce funding of more than $11 million to seven projects that will help mitigate water quality impacts of the Conowingo Reservoir on the Chesapeake Bay.
Funding Opportunity for Local Watershed Enhancements - Following a successful inaugural year, SRBC is opening a second round of their Stream & Watershed Enhancement Grant program to support local organizations dedicated to the health and wellness of our local waterways.
SRBC to Hold Public Hearing on Water Project Applications - SRBC will hold a public hearing on August 1, 2024. The hearing will cover applications for several water withdrawal and consumptive use projects. These projects, along with a final rulemaking previously tabled, will be presented for Commission action at its next business meeting on September 12th, 2024.
The Guardian (Summer 2024) - the Commission's electronic newsletter, informs our stakeholders on a quarterly basis of important studies and technical projects, proposed policies and regulations, and other items of interest to residents, communities, and businesses of the Susquehanna River Basin. The Summer 2024 topics include: Executive Director's Message Happy Trails Leading the Way with eDNA Tracking Tioga Infinite Cooling, Vast Potential Downstream Happenings
SRBC Holds Business Meeting in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania - SRBC held its quarterly business meeting in Harrisburg, Pa. on June 13, 2024. Among its actions, the Commission: elected Commission officers for FY2025; reconciled the FY2025 budget; adopted Policy 2024-01, “SRBC Procurement Procedures”; adopted a resolution to allow the Commission to use a reserve fund as a line of credit; adopted the 2025-2027 Water Resources Program; and acted on 19 regulatory program water projects.
Innovative Cooling Tower Technology Achieves Significant Environmental and Efficiency Gains - Infinite Cooling Inc. and the SRBC are excited to announce the successful completion of a landmark cooling tower upgrade pilot project in collaboration with the Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA) at their waste-to-energy facility in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
New General Permit for Cooperative Fish Nurseries - On June 1st, SRBC general permit GP-03 Cooperative Fish Nursery went into effect, easing the regulatory pathway these important facilities navigate when withdrawing water for flow-through use in their operations.
News Release Application Process (GP-03)
More Than $8 Million Awarded to Consumptive Use Mitigation Projects - The Consumptive Use Mitigation Grant Program marks a third consecutive year of awarding money to pioneering drought resiliency projects. SRBC is thrilled to announce funding of more than $8 million to 27 projects that will improve water availability and quality during critical low flow periods.
2023 Annual Report
Our 2023 annual report highlights the remarkable achievements and continued dedication of our staff and partners in managing and maintaining the Susquehanna River Basin.
