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Didymo Update 2016

Susan C. Peterson Environmental Analyst 3 Watersheds/Lakes/NPS Program Planning & Standards Division Bureau of Water Protection and Land Reuse Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection 79 Elm Street, Hartford, CT 06106-5127 P: 860.424.3854|E: Susan.Peterson@ct.gov http://www.ct.gov/deep Conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and environment; Ensuring a clean, affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy supply. WatershedContinue reading “Didymo Update 2016”

Endangered Dwarf Wedgemussel At Home In Farmington River

One of the nation’s most endangered species continues to thrive in the Farmington River. Despite rarely growing larger than 1.5 inches in length, the dwarf wedgemussel is both an indicator, and big contributor to the health of the river. Once found in rivers far north into Canada, down to the Southern United States, the dwarfContinue reading “Endangered Dwarf Wedgemussel At Home In Farmington River”

The River and Stream Continuity Project: Coming to a River and Stream Near You

Throughout the summer and continuing this fall, volunteers have been working within the Farmington River Watershed to inventory river and stream crossings and the impact they have on local wildlife. The River and Stream Continuity project aims to identify stream crossings that prevent the travel of aquatic and terrestrial organisms. There is growing concern thatContinue reading “The River and Stream Continuity Project: Coming to a River and Stream Near You”

Scenic Views along Farmington River Create One of States Most Bicycle Friendly Areas

In May, the League of American Bicyclists ranked Connecticut 22nd out of 50 on its list of bicycle friendly states. Connecticut scored 41 out of a possible 100 points, up one point from 2014. The scoring was a measure of five categories. According to <a href=”http://BikeLeague.org” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>BikeLeague.org</a>: “Bicycle Friendly States ranking is based onContinue reading “Scenic Views along Farmington River Create One of States Most Bicycle Friendly Areas”

Spoonville Dam: History & Removal

Looking down on the Farmington River in Tariffille Gorge, it’s easy to forget for over a century a dam spanned the river. Built in the 1899, the Spoonville dam was designed to provide electric power to Hartford. Shortly following its completion it was threatened by major flooding in 1900, and would eventually be destroyed inContinue reading “Spoonville Dam: History & Removal”