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Links of Interest

USC Resources

USC Wetland Program

Vernal Pools

Watershed Map

USC Projects (alphabetized)

BMP Data Collection Project

This page describes the cataloging of agricultural Best Management Practice implementation in the New York portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Contact: Chris Yearick USC Data Manager

This grant has many components that allow the USC to address its Multiple Barrier Approach (MBA) to watershed planning. The projects include:

Stream Restoration through natural stream design Wetland restoration
Unpaved Road and Road Ditch improvement Riparian Buffers initiative
College Internship/ Research program Expansion of GIS program
Building Local Stormwater Coalitions

This pfd describes the seven projects in more detail

The Upper Susquehanna Coalition was one of 20 watersheds selected from the field of 176 proposals to receive this grant. Contact: James Curatolo USC Watershed Coordinator for more information.

Natural Stream Design

Included in several of our recent grants is the opportunity to explore Natural Stream Design practices and techniques. Led by Bradford County SWCD, the USC is working towards becoming experienced in the field of Natural Stream Design. Contact: Jason Petlock Bradford Conservation District Technician

New York and the Chesapeake Bay

This site addresses some of the recent issues associated with the Chesapeake Bay and the Upper Susquehanna Coalition. Contact: James Curatolo USC Watershed Coordinator

Precision Feed Management

Development of a practical approach for reducing imported nutrients on dairy operations through the precise management of feed and forage, “Precision Feed Management (PFM)”, at a watershed scale. Contact: James Curatolo USC Watershed Coordinator

Vernal Pool Program

Take a look at our Vernal Pool Page to learn more about this type of habitat and how we have incorporated vernal pools into our wetland program. Contact: Melissa Yearick USC Wetlands Coordinator

Wetlands Program

The Upper Susquehanna Coalition has received several grants focusing on wetland restoration, construction, and education throughout the watershed. Potential Sites are continuously being sought out based on available funding. For information on our wetland program click here. Contact: Melissa Yearick USC Wetlands Coordinator

WRAPS Progress

The Upper Susquehanna Coalition has recently completed an up to date list of all WRAPS progress. Contact: James Curatolo USC Watershed Coordinator


Upper Susquehanna Coalition
Main Office: 183 Corporate Drive - Owego, NY 13827 - (607) 687-3553
Coordinator: James Curatolo - 4729 State Route 414, Burdett, NY 14818 - (607) 546-2528 jac3@htva.net