Effective watershed management is critical for maintaining the health and sustainability of our natural resources. As the central hub for all water flow within a specific geographic area, a watershed plays a pivotal role in shaping the quality and availability of water resources, influencing ecosystems, and impacting the well-being of communities. This Watershed Management Plan provides a comprehensive framework for understanding, protecting, and enhancing our watershed’s environmental, economic, and social values.
Our watershed, encompassing a diverse range of landscapes and ecosystems, faces various challenges including water pollution, habitat loss, and climate change impacts. This plan addresses these issues through a collaborative approach integrating scientific research, stakeholder input, and best management practices. By identifying key issues and outlining strategic actions, the plan aims to mitigate pollutants and hazards, implement monitoring practices, and enhance the resilience of both natural and human systems. Through this plan, we seek to foster a shared commitment to stewardship and ensure that our watershed continues to provide essential benefits for generations to come.
The Association collaborates with local and state agencies in the collection and use of scientific data to support the planning and implementation of stormwater mitigation efforts. These activities are best exemplified by the successful pursuit of four state grants – totaling more than $500,000 – that have been used to develop and initiate the implementation of a watershed-wide management plan. The grants were awarded by the NH Department of Environmental Services under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act to a partnership of the Association and the Town of Wolfeboro.
Citizen Involvement
To protect the watershed and our shared resources, community participation and action are critical. Learn more about being ‘lake-minded’ and what you can do to make your property, business, or recreation more watershed-friendly by visiting our Lake Minded Resources page.
If you’re interested in taking a more active role, consider becoming a volunteer with the WWA.
Full Watershed Management Plan
View and download the full watershed management plan below.