Oh, DAM! The Manayunk Canal is getting ready to reopen.: The Flat Rock Dam project will wrap up this winter and bring back flowing water.
December 6, 2024
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Amy Hopf
On a brisk mid-September day, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) convened at the northern tip of Venice Island in Manayunk. Joined by the Younger Member Forum of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Philadelphia Section, PWD engineers and public engagement staff showed off an important part of the river’s history: the Flat Rock Dam […]
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Restorative Ecological Project brings life back to Manayunk Canal: The closed trail section between Manayunk and Shawmont officially reopens on Saturday, March 30, 2024.
August 25, 2023
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Amy Hopf
Schuylkill River Trail Closure – March 2024 Update: The trail section between Manayunk and Shawmont that was previously closed for the last 6 months officially reopens on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Schuylkill River Trail Closure – January 2024 Update: Due to site conditions, work for the Flat Rock Dam Betterment project has been delayed. The […]
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Mussel Hatchery Returns to Fairmount Water Works: Tiny aquatic animals are revitalizing our local rivers.
July 17, 2023
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Grace Maiorano
We’re commissioning some unlikely creatures to help keep our waterways clean – mussels. After being closed for more than two years following flood damage from Hurricane Ida, the Freshwater Mussel Hatchery at the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center is having a busy spring and summer. This season will mark the third full year PWD is […]
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2023 Spring Cleanup Events Across Philly Watersheds: Help keep debris and litter out of our creeks and rivers.
April 13, 2023
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Public Affairs
Spring has officially sprung — that means it’s time to step outside, bask in warm weather, and volunteer with local cleanups! Your small part plays a massive role in the health of our environment. Events are popping up all over the city and beyond – check them out now!
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Schuylkill River Restoration Fund Seeks Projects to Protect Watershed
January 28, 2022
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Public Affairs
The 2022 Schuylkill River Restoration Fund (SRRF), a grant program managed by the nonprofit Schuylkill River Greenways and supported by the Philadelphia Water Department and other local watershed stakeholders, is now accepting applications.
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Source Water Protection Week: Highlighting important work of protecting waterways we depend on
September 28, 2021
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Brian Rademaekers
New campaign highlights the important work of protecting the waterways we depend on.
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The Day Fairmount Dam Vanished: 150 Year-Anniversary of the Schuylkill’s Worst Flood: A new series on Philly water history with Adam Levine
October 4, 2019
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Adam Levine, PWD Historian
A century and a half ago today, the worst Schuylkill River flood ever recorded nearly wiped out Philadelphia’s drinking water infrastructure. Historian Adam Levine has the story.
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What Is Happening at 43rd and Baltimore?: Details and Updates About a Giant Hole
June 19, 2019
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Brian Rademaekers
The big hole in Baltimore Avenue is the talk of the town. But the local lore doesn’t exactly line up with what our engineers discovered. We have the facts.
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Strawberry Mansion Water Department Open House: What residents need to know about new plans, programs + more
October 12, 2018
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Public Affairs
This event is a one-stop shop for water bills, water jobs, water construction in Strawberry Mansion. PWD Staff, officials, and local organizations will share info and answer your questions about Water Dept. projects, programs, and opportunities.
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Start a New Tradition with ‘Philly Fun Fishing Fest’: Register by Sept. 6
August 14, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
Philly Fun Fishing Fest is open to all, inviting experienced anglers and newcomers alike to see first-hand just how much our scenic Schuylkill River has to offer. Also, prizes
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