In the News Click Here to see Current & Past Newsletters from Harpeth Conservancy 2024 News Articles January 22, Williamson Herald: Brentwood Noon Rotary Club holding annual Little Harpeth Cleanup on Feb. 3 January 28, Tennessee Lookout: TDEC in litigation over water withdrawal from Duck River January 30, NewsChannel5: Proposed bill could remove legal protections […]
Tennessee Prescription Drug Take-Back Programs Do not flush old medications down the sink or toilet and do not throw them in the trash! A recent study by the United States Geological Survey found that a broad range of chemicals are present in treated sewer wastewater. The chemicals include prescription drugs, antibiotics, and hormones. Water treatment
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Support Us While You Shop Easy Ways to Give Kroger Community Rewards Did you know you can support Harpeth Conservancy just by shopping at Kroger?Kroger Community Rewards makes donating easy! Once you’re enrolled, you’ll earn rewards for your chosen organization every time you shop and use your Plus Card!1. Sign into your Kroger Plus card account.2. Search for Harpeth River Watershed
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Nutrient Pollution City of Franklin’s Sewage Treatment Plant Can Reduce Phosphorus Pollution The City of Franklin can significantly reduce discharges from its sewage treatment plant. TDEC must require the City to utilize its technology to restore the Harpeth to the required water quality standards. City of Franklin’s Ability to Reduce Phosphorus Pollution High levels of
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Protecting Rivers and Clean Water License Plates! The “Protecting Rivers and Clean Water” Tennessee Specialty License plates benefiting the rivers and clean water in Tennessee are available in County Clerks’ offices! Get your plate today with these easy steps: Call your County Clerk’s main office and ask if they have the “Protecting Rivers and Clean
Invasive Species Invasive plant species are plants growing outside of their native habitat range. They are most often introduced when they are planted in gardens or yards. Some of these plants are able to reproduce and spread rapidly causing potential harm to our ecosystem. These invasive plants can be harmful because they can out compete
Mammals of Tennessee The Harpeth River and its tributaries are home to many mammal species. Mammals associated with the Harpeth River are very dependent on riparian zones. The riparian zone, the land area adjacent to streams, is the critical interface between land and water. Riparian zones are extremely important for maintaining healthy stream ecosystems. Mixed native
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Fish of Tennessee The Harpeth River is home to over 86 fish species! Every fish species, no matter how big or small, plays an important role in the river ecosystem. Unfortunately, some fish are are threatened or endangered, meaning they are at risk of extinction. The list below includes all fish found thus far in the Harpeth
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Restoration in the Headwaters Stream restoration and agricultural best management practices can be an effective way to improve water quality and fish habitat. The Headwaters of the Harpeth River are in the Eagleville area of Rutherford County. Headwaters streams include Concord Creek, Puckett Branch, Kelley Creek, Cheatham Branch and the first several miles of the
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Contact Us! Send us an email Please fill out the below form and a Harpeth Conservancy staff member will contact you. Maryland Farms Office 215 Jamestown Park RoadSuite 101Brentwood, Tennessee 37027 (615) 790-9767 Driving Directions Harpeth Conservancy is a science-based conservation organization dedicated to clean water and healthy ecosystems for rivers in Tennessee. For specific
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