Conowingo Watershed Implementation Plan
Learn more about the plan, RFP, webinar, past awards and schedule
About the CWIPWhat's New
SRBC to Hold Business Meeting in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania - SRBC is conducting its quarterly business meeting on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in Harrisburg, PA. The Commissioners will consider action on several agenda items, including: adoption of the 2025 regulatory program fee schedule; approval of a contribution to an abandoned mine drainage remediation project; a motion to release a proposed general permit for public comment; and 16 water projects.
Monthly Minute November 2024 - A 60 second summary of what's been happening at the Susquehanna River Basin Commission.
- Local STEM students take field trip to SRBC
- Heisman's Mill Portage & Fish Habitat Ribbon Cutting
- SRBC Eels in the Classroom Program Featured on Maryland Public Television
SRBC Seeks a Compliance Specialist 1 - SRBC seeks a Compliance Specialist 1 for its compliance program in the Harrisburg office.
Consumptive Use Mitigation Grant Program Opens - SRBC is committed to the mitigation of consumptive use and improving the drought resiliency of our basin. Through its Consumptive Use Mitigation Grant program, the Commission will continue to expand its pool of partners in the effort by providing up to $6 million this year.
The Guardian (Fall 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 Fall 2024 topics include: Executive Director's Message The Adventures of SR1 Watershed Wellness 5K at a Time Pay-For-Success Program Round 2 Striking a Balance Water Saving Win-Win Downstream Happenings
SRBC to Hold Public Hearing on Water Project Applications and Proposed Regulatory Fee Schedule - SRBC will hold a public hearing on October 30th, 2024 to review various water withdrawal and consumptive use project applications. In addition, the Commission will receive public testimony on a proposed 2025 regulatory fee schedule. These projects and the regulatory fee schedule will be presented for Commission action at its next business meeting on December 12th, 2024.
News Release Proposed Fee Schedule
Conowingo "Pay-for-Success" Program - Request for Proposals Round Two - SRBC is releasing a second round of requests for proposals for projects that mitigate water quality impacts of the Conowingo Reservoir on the Chesapeake Bay. In the first round, the Commission, acting as financing authority, offered $11 million provided by the state of Maryland to seven projects that meet nutrient reduction goals of the Conowingo Watershed Implementation Plan.
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.
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.
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.
