Conowingo Watershed Implementation Plan
Learn more about the plan, RFP, webinar, past awards and schedule
About the CWIPWhat's New
More than $6.1 Million Awarded to Drought Resiliency Projects: 400+ Million Gallons of Water Savings Expected Annually - SRBC is awarding more than $6.1 million to 17 projects that will improve water availability and quality during critical low flow periods. This marks the fourth year of competitive funding to progressive drought resiliency projects through the Consumptive Use Mitigation Grant Program.
The Guardian (Spring 2025) - 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 Spring 2025 topics include:
- Focusing on Effectiveness (Executive Director's Message)
- Water Quality Maps Updated
- Natural Gas Industry Water Use Report Released
- Golf Course Operators Meeting
- Podcasts & Webinars
- Southern Tier NY Susquehanna Basin Monitoring Collaborative
- Downstream Happenings
SRBC to Hold Public Hearing - Seeking Comments on Water Project Applications - SRBC will hold a public hearing on April 24th, 2025 to review various water withdrawal and consumptive use project applications. Those projects will be presented for Commission action at the next business meeting on June 4th, 2025.
SRBC seeks Hydrogeologist 1 - SRBC has an exciting career opportunity available for the right person and seeks a Pennsylvania licensed geologist or geologist in training (GIT) for a full time position in the Regulatory Project Review Program in its Harrisburg, PA office.
Southern Tier New York Susquehanna Basin Monitoring Collaborative Underway - SRBC is excited to be the recipient of funding for a water monitoring program through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) under Section 604(b) of the Clean Water Act.
SRBC Releases Natural Gas Industry Water Use Report - SRBC has released a Natural Gas Industry Water Use update. The report details the industry’s water use data in the Susquehanna River Basin between 2019 and 2023. The data are presented in an easy-to-follow, interactive story map.
News Release Natural Gas Report
Monthly Minute March 2025 - A 60 second summary of what's been happening at the Susquehanna River Basin Commission.
- Hydrogeology field trips with the SRBC
- New podcast episode with the Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper and SRBC
- Celebrating Women in Water
SRBC Holds Business Meeting - SRBC held its quarterly business meeting in Harrisburg, Pa. on March 13th, 2025. Among its actions, the Commission adopted General Permit GP-04, Into-Basin Diversion of Water; tabled an updated Dry Cooling Resolution, Resolution 2025-02; and acted on 24 regulatory program water projects, tabling one.
Meeting: Water Use Management for the Golf Course Industry in the Susquehanna Basin - SRBC is holding an informational meeting focused on its oversight of the golf course industry on March 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon. The purpose of the meeting is to provide an opportunity for the industry to hear the latest updates with regards to management of water withdrawals and consumptive use for golf course operations.
Strengthening Our Basin, One Watershed at a Time - SRBC has awarded more than $155,000 to local organizations that are striving to improve the welfare of our watersheds. In its second year, The Stream & Watershed Enhancement Grant program is supporting 34 community-based environmental projects or events that will enhance, restore or protect our basin’s waterways.
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.
