LTC Covers The Merrimack and Concord Rivers—Talbot Mills Dam Removal Project

August 12, 2022

by LTC | Aug 12, 2022 | LTCLowellMA

In this special LTC Covers series, we will be exploring the many aspects of the rivers that run through Lowell, the Concord and Merrimack River. In this segment, we talk to folks involved int he Talbot Mill Dam Removal Project to learn more about the effects of the dam removal on water flow, fish migrations and water quality. Crew Wednesday Klevisha Kris MacNeil Community, Media,

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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

LTC Covers The Merrimack and Concord Rivers—Talbot Mills Dam Removal Project