The Tuscarawas River Watershed
The Tuscarawas River watershed, sprawling across nearly 2,600 square miles in eastern Ohio, is a rich and diverse landscape supporting communities, agriculture, and wildlife. Originating in Summit County, the river flows southward through several counties, including Stark, Tuscarawas, and Coshocton, before joining the Muskingum River. This watershed is integral to the region's water supply, providing resources for drinking, irrigation, and industrial use. It also offers recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and hiking, enriching the lives of residents and visitors. Ongoing efforts in the Tuscarawas watershed focus on preserving its natural beauty, improving water quality, and managing land use sustainably to ensure that this crucial waterway remains vibrant and healthy for generations to come. By protecting the Tuscarawas River, we maintain a vital link in Ohio's environmental and economic well-being.
Recent projects:
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Copley Gateway Raingarden The Copley Gateway Raingarden was completed in the spring of 2023. The raingarden, located near the intersection of Copley Road and Collier Road, provided low laying, depressional area to collect and temporarily store stormwater runoff. This retention of stormwater allows the runoff to slow down and soak into the ground, reducing the amount of runoff traveling downstream.
New Franklin Pollinator Patch The New Franklin Pollinator Patch was completed in 2023 at a park which previously only consisted of mowed grass, a few trees, and invasive plants near City Hall. The pollinator patch increased the native habitat, revitalized an existing stormwater wetland basin, and improved water quality. The area is now lush with native plants and is home to many pollinator species! |
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