Flood Risk Guidance; Mohawk Watershed Grants; Drinking Water Protection Newsletter

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In This Issue

  • Natural Measures to Reduce Flood Risk Statewide
  • Mohawk Watershed Grants
  • Subscribe to New Drinking Water Source Protection Newsletter

New Measures Announced to Reduce Flood Risk Statewide

A tidal marsh on a sunny day.DEC has announced new measures being deployed by State agencies during project planning to better assess and prevent flooding from sea-level rise, storm surges, and other natural flood causes. Four flood-risk management guidance documents were prepared to help incorporate proven mitigation methods in project siting and design. DEC's guidance, developed in consultation with the NYS Department of State (DOS) and other partners, will direct implementation of the Community Risk and Resiliency Act (CRRA) and promote the effective use of natural resources and natural processes to reduce the risk of floods. DEC’s Hudson River Estuary Program helped to coordinate staff across several agencies and divisions to develop the statewide guidance documents for CRRA.

DOS also prepared model local laws that provide guidance on specific measures that localities can take to reduce flood risk by managing development in high-risk areas and preserving natural features like wetlands and dunes that provide protection again flooding.


DEC Awards Mohawk River Watershed Grants

A large waterfall with rushing water.DEC has announced funding for seven projects throughout the Mohawk River watershed that will help reduce flood risks and bolster resiliency, improve stewardship and stakeholder engagement, and protect fish, wildlife, and associated aquatic and riparian habitats in the watershed. The Mohawk River is the Hudson's largest tributary; improving its water quality also helps the Hudson River. The grants, supported by the State's Environmental Protection Fund, were issued in keeping with the goals and objectives of the Mohawk River Basin Action Agenda.


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As part of New York's Drinking Water Source Protection Program, DEC is launching a monthly e-newsletter to provide information about a variety of subjects related to protecting New York's drinking water sources. Newsletter topics will include drinking water source protection program updates, resources available, potential funding sources, implementation projects, and more. Sign up for the Drinking Water Source Protection Program newsletter to stay informed on this topic.