Protecting, Restoring and Preserving Allegheny County's Natural Resources

Allegheny County Conservation District envisions an educated and engaged public, clean water and a sustainable future.

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Data & Impact

View ACCD’s online portal for geospatial data and impact stories

Annual Report

Learn more about ACCD's accomplishments in 2023.

Apply for Road Grants

Now accepting applications for the Dirt, Gravel & Low Volume Road Grant Program. 

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Landslides: Causes, Repairs and Funding

Landslides: Causes, Repairs and Funding

An introduction to landslides and their impact on streams and roadways and available funding.

Soil 101

Soil 101

A beginner's guide to the basics of soils, what makes them healthy, issues urban soils face and more.

Navigating Allegheny County's Waters

Navigating Allegheny County's Waters

This guide to understanding watersheds and stormwater illustrates sources of impairment and how to plan for healthier water resources.

Homeowner's Guide to Stormwater

Homeowner's Guide to Stormwater

Learn how to develop and implement a stormwater management plan for your property.

Permits:Build Resilient Communities

ACCD works with municipalities and the construction industry to keep soil where it belongs, on the land and out of Pennsylvania’s streams.   

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Upcoming Workshops & Special Events

Dirt, Gravel & Low Volume Road Grant

Dirt, Gravel & Low Volume Road Grant

Monday, July 1, 2024 - Saturday, August 31, 2024

Applications for the Dirt, Gravel & Low Road Grant Program are open from July 1 to August 31, 2024. Municipalities and other government entities can apply to improve dirt and gravel roads and/or low volume roads. The program provides education, technical assistance and funding for safe roads and healthy streams.

Equine Pasture Walk

Equine Pasture Walk

Friday, July 26, 2024 6:00 PM

Get outside for a pasture walk! If you are interested in learning more about improving equine pasture quality for your horses, join Penn State Extension, ACCD and Washington Conservation District for an informative, interactive workshop.

Explore the Data

ACCD completes on-the-ground work to protect soil and water. These efforts deliver critical environmental and community benefits, such as dedicated future farmland, safer low-volume roads, increased fish habitat and more.  

View the online portal for geospatial data and impact stories.

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ACCD provides technical assistance to improve water and soil resources throughout the region. 

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