The nation’s river is one step closer to being fishable and swimmable
May 30, 2023The health grade of the Potomac River raises to a “B”
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We are a regional partnership working together to meet the goals of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.
Learn more about usThe health grade of the Potomac River raises to a “B”
Read moreA turtle island, floating wetlands, oyster cages and more are sprinkled throughout the waterfront
NOAA’s role in advancing oyster habitat restoration in the Chesapeake Bay
Read moreOur partnership is governed by the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, which established 10 goals and 31 outcomes that guide the restoration of the Bay, its tributaries and the lands that surround them.
Learn more about the latest agreementUncover interesting details about the Bay’s geography, flora, fauna and people.
Learn moreExplore the Field Guide to learn about more than 250 species of birds, fish, insects, invertebrates, mammals, plants, reptiles and amphibians that live in the Chesapeake Bay region.
Piping plover is a small, sand-colored bird that nests along the Atlantic Coast.
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