Potomac Conservancy
Geographic Region: Potomac River Watershed
Potomac Conservancy’s mission is to safeguard the lands and waters of the Potomac River and its tributaries and to connect people to this national treasure. We advocate for clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities. Our land conservation staff works one-on-one with private landowners to protect forested and open space lands in the VA and WV headwaters and to provide resources to ensure our working lands are productive and river-friendly.
News Feed
- The latest updates from the Potomac Interceptor Sewage Spill
- Another emergency repair of the Potomac Interceptor pipe renews calls for stronger drinking water and environmental protections
- Potomac Conservancy responds to leadership change at DC Water
- Chasing waterfalls? Start with these 5 Potomac River region parks
- When “extreme” becomes the new normal: How flood and drought cycles are changing the Potomac River region
- Potomac Conservancy responds to Congressional Oversight Hearing on the Potomac Interceptor
- US Military jet fuel spill renews concerns about the region’s water safety
- Sewage spill: The EPA declares the Potomac’s recovery goals are achieved. Why we disagree.
- Survey says: The top 3 environmental concerns from our easement owners
- This slow and steady critter stole our hearts! Meet your 2026 Potomac Critter of the Year





