Cahaba Riverkeeper
@CahabaRiverkeep
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The mission of the Cahaba Riverkeeper is to defend the ecological integrity of the Cahaba, its tributaries and watershed
Birmingham, AL
Joined July 2009
Our TN/AL team hosted @CahabaRiverkeep’s Environmental Leadership Program in Pelham. Rising seniors learned about pipeline careers and how our P.E.A.C.E. (People, Environment, Assets, Communication & Everything Else) initiatives guide our work. #EnvironmentalPartners #STEM
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We appreciate the support for this collaboration!
Thankful for the Cornell Douglas Foundation! Their generous grant we shared with @CahabaRiverkeep and @CoosaRiverkeepr enabled our three @WaterkeepersA groups to compare different bacteria testing techniques and results on Alabama's vital Black Warrior, Cahaba, and Coosa Rivers!
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We were able to get out the same morning, document the issue, and find the responsible party. We are grateful for your support which enables us to investigate these issues and ensure they are addressed. #Cahaba #CahabaRiver #Waterkeeper #waterislife #Alabama
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ALERT: If you plan to be on the water between Old Overton Road and Highway 280, please use caution. Active sewer leak, which is currently being addressed. We were alerted by a concerned citizen who submitted a complaint after noticing strong smell and discolored water.
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Nicole is staying with Cahaba Riverkeeper for another year to oversee our Swim Guide program and other CRK programs that help us ENSURE the long-term health and stewardship of the Cahaba River. She has seen our Swim Guide program evolve over three seasons:
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The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law & Inflation Reduction Act represent the largest federal water investments in American history – and are lifting up communities all over the country. #WaterInvestments #AmericaWinsWithWater
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The Southern Pine Beetle: a tiny insect with a big impact on our forests. This small but destructive pest is a significant threat to the pine forests in the southeastern United States, including Alabama and around the Cahaba.
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Cahaba Riverkeeper is in its 15th year of protecting the health of the Cahaba River watershed. Our Executive Director, Dr. Myra Crawford reflects on the early days of the organization:
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Thank you to the UAB Honors College students for helping pick up litter around Jemison Park this weekend! We were able to remove all kinds of debris from Shades Creek and show the community that we care about keeping our waterways clean! #litterfree #keepalabamabeautiful
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Did you know using old tires as artificial fish habitats can do more harm than good? Tires can pose serious risks to our freshwater ecosystems. While tackling polluted runoff is a complicated issue, removing old tires from the Cahaba is a job we can all do. #leavenotrace
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We had a great time enjoying a @bhmlegion win! Now let's #HammerDown for clean water 😄
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Please be sure to exercise caution near sites with E. coli alerts. As always, check our website for detailed water quality information, and reach out if you have any questions! #cahabariverkeeper #cahabariver #swimguide
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🟡 Moderate E. coli - Old Looney Mill, Moon River, Elder Street, Bains Bridge, Leeds Memorial Park, and Trussville Home Depot Heavy rainfall may have impacted water quality and levels. It is always best practice to wait at least 48 hours after rainfall to get in the water.
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💧Swim Guide Week 9💧 This week we are posting 9 alerts. **We could not take samples at Cahaba Dog Park this week due to the dryness of the sampling location.** 🔴 High E. coli - Loch Haven Dog Park, Meadowlawn Park, and McCallum Park
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Have a fun and safe holiday and remember to #leavenotrace! #cahabariverkeeper #cahabariver #swimguide
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🟡 Moderate E. coli - HWY 280, Moon River, Bains Bridge, McCallum Park, Moss Rock, and Camp Coleman. Please be sure to exercise caution near sites with E. coli alerts. As always, check our website for detailed water quality information, and reach out if you have any questions!
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**We could not take samples at Cahaba Dog Park this week due to the dryness of the sampling location.** 🔴 High E. coli - Elder Street, Loch Haven Dog Park, Meadowlawn Park, Leeds Memorial Park, and Trussville Preserve.
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💧Swim Guide Week 8💧 We are halfway through our 11th year of Swim Guide. Thank you again to our wonderful interns, community partners, and sponsors! This #4thofJuly weekend we are posting 11 alerts.
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Next Week: With the 4th of July on Thursday, we will be taking samples on Tuesday and posting results on Wednesday so that you can know where it is safe to spend your 4th of July.
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Please be sure to exercise caution near sites with E. coli alerts. As always, check our website for detailed water quality information, and reach out if you have any questions!
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