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Your river: The Upper Potomac
The Upper Potomac River is the northern, freshwater portion of the Potomac River. It consists of two main streams, the North and South Branches, which converge at Greenspring, WV. The South Branch begins in Hightown, VA, and the North Branch in Eglon, WV.
There are so many ways to enjoy the river but access is key! For the most current information, check out the Potomac Listings on Swim Guide.
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Breaking news, advocacy updates, and clean water victories
Groups Challenge DEQ Water Pollution Permit
Charlottesville, Va – December 2 – Wild Virginia and Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN) filed suit on December 1 in Charlottesville Circuit Court challenging a permit the Department…
Potomac Riverkeeper Network Sues Town of La Plata for Clean Water Act Violations
Pollution Discharges and Sewage Overflows Endanger Public Health Washington, DC – November 24 – Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN) has sued the Town of La Plata, Maryland over…
2025 Annual Gala Was a Terrific Success
What a fabulous night! River Farm is an absolutely breathtaking venue with lovely panoramic views of the majestic Potomac River. About 250 clean water supporters raised a whopping…
Potomac Riverkeeper Network Decries Court Ruling Allowing Epa’s Continued Inaction on Toxic “Forever” Chemicals
Failure to Regulate PFAS – Toxic Legacy Chemicals – Harms the General Public Washington, DC – September 30 – A ruling by a federal district court judge…
Potomac Riverkeeper Network Announces Staff Promotions
New Positions Recognize Skills and Achievements Before joining Potomac Riverkeeper Network, David Flores served as a regional director at the Sierra Club supporting energy campaigns and chapters…
Virginia Environmental Regulators Propose Permit Without Limits on Toxins
Opposed By Lawmakers, Permit Would Allow Unregulated Discharges of PFAS – Toxic “Forever Chemicals” – Into Waterways From U.S. Army’s Fort Belvoir Washington, DC – August 28…
