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$320K Awarded to Fix Landslide-Damaged Road, Protect High-Quality Stream  in Allegheny County

$320K Awarded to Fix Landslide-Damaged Road, Protect High-Quality Stream in Allegheny County

A landslide-damaged road in Moon Township and a steep gravel road near a trout-stocked stream in Bell Acres Borough will be repaired thanks to $320,350 awarded by Allegheny County Conservation District (ACCD).

Safe Roads and Healthy Streams: Toms Run

Like many roads in Allegheny County, Toms Run Road in Kilbuck Township is wedged between a stream and a slope, which means water from the hillside floods the road causing ruts, cracks and deformities.

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ACCD Preserves 40th Farm in Allegheny County

Allegheny County Conservation District (ACCD) and the Allegheny County Agriculture Lands Preservation Board (ACALPB) are proud to announce the preservation of the Dillner Family Farm in West Deer Township.

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Spotted Lanternfly: What You Need to Know

Spotted Lanternfly: What You Need to Know

The spotted lanternfly, an invasive species native to Asia, feeds on 70+ plants, including timber and agricultural products, causing substantial economic damage across the state and mid-Atlantic.

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ACCD to Install Rain Garden in Findlay Township

ACCD will install a 3,000 square foot rain garden and bioswale at the Findlay Township Activity Center in Imperial with funding from PA Department of Environmental Protection's Growing Greener Grant.

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Do Fish a Favor: Stop Salting Your Sidewalks

Do Fish a Favor: Stop Salting Your Sidewalks

While rock salt reduces winter road accidents, it also has serious, negative effects on aquatic ecosystems. At high concentrations, salt can be fatal to some aquatic animals.

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A Flooding Fix for Monroeville Public Library

Allegheny County Conservation District recently completed the installation of stormwater best management practices at the Monroeville Public Library. The library frequently flooded during rain events when water came through the entrance doors.

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How Fish are Making a Comeback in Montour Run

Montour Run has long been identified as having impaired water quality. Organizations have been working to improve this watershed for over 20 years. Read the latest on conditions in the watershed.

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