TAUNTON

TRWA works to protect and restore water quality in the watershed. A team of trained volunteers conduct monthly water quality monitoring at 20 sites in the watershed from April to October. Results are tested at the Veolia Water Treatment Plant in Taunton. We hope to expand the number of test sites in the future. Data collected in this program strengthens our ability to provide comments to the Environmental Protection Agency on draft discharge permits for wastewater treatment plants to insure that harmful levels of nitrogen and other pollutants in the river and its tributaries will be reduced... Community Outreach: TRWA hosts the free annual Taunton River Festival the 2nd Sunday in June, held at the Weir Village Riverfront Park in Taunton, to celebrate the Wild & Scenic Taunton River with the community at large. Educational resources are shared by TRWA and non-profits partners throughout the day. We also participate in informational community fairs and other events, such as the Bristol..

Primary location: Taunton United States