Manayunk Canal Reopening Community Event
Join us to celebrate the completion of PWD’s Flat Rock Dam project!
When
Thursday, June 26, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where
Venice Island Performing Arts & Recreation Center
7 Lock St., Philadelphia, PA 19127
Overview
Celebrate the re-introduction of fresh water to the Manayunk Canal in over 75 years! Join us to learn about the water quality improvements, speak with local partners for the project, and watch a mussel presentation from PWD Scientists.
The Community event begins at 11 am, with speakers and presentations starting at 11:30 am. Educational tables, activities, and refreshments will be in the lobby and by the Canal.
- 11:00 am – Event starts
- 11:30 am–12:30 pm – Presentations in the theater
- 12:30–2:00 pm – Tabling & refreshments
- 1:00 pm – Ceremonial ribbon cutting on Lock St Bridge.
A small gate opening ceremony will take place at the nearby site of the Flat Rock Dam.
This is a rain or shine event.
RSVP for the free community event
Flat Rock Dam Betterment Project
The Flat Rock Dam Betterment Project has been underway since Fall 2022 to reconnect the Manayunk Canal with the Schuylkill River. The new intake system will control the flow of water and improve water quality throughout the region.
Learn more about the project →
Protecting our water
The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) defends our rivers from threats and pollution sources locally and beyond the City limits to ensure safe, high-quality drinking water and healthy local waterways.