The Five Minute Read. Dams, roads, polls and drone news

June 26, 2022

by Melanie Gilbert | June 16, 2024 | The Lowell Sun

Removal of a 312-year-old dam to be discussed.

BILLERICA—The fate of the 312-year-old Talbot Mills Dam is the topic of discussion at a public meeting from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Wednesday in the Buck Auditorium of Billerica Town Hall. The privately owned 315-foot-long-dam, at the junction of the Concord River and the Middlesex Canal, is the primary impediment to diadronomous fish…

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River Log

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

>40%

of the land within the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed is publicly accessible, providing endless opportunities for paddling, hiking, and wildlife exploration.

The Five Minute Read. Dams, roads, polls and drone news

The Five Minute Read. Dams, roads, polls and drone news

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