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Urban Waters - Neponset River

Announcements

JOIN: CAG Meeting #28 June 16, 2026, 6PM - 8PM
Lower Neponset River Superfund Site Public Information Meeting, April 21, 2026, 6PM - 8PM
Community Info

Community Advisory Group (CAG) Agendas
July 22, 2025 - EE/CA Community Meeting Presentation by Technical Assistance Services for Communities (TASC) program
MA DPH Recreational Use of the Neponset River Community Fact Sheet & Current Freshwater Fish Consumption Advisory
Reuse Assessment

This report identifies reasonably anticipated future land uses at the Site to guide for EPA's cleanup decision-making process and inform land use planning activities by state and local governments and other interested parties.
Review the Reuse Assessment Report
Neponset River Watershed Report Cards

Neponset River Report Cards were developed to measure and evaluate progress towards meeting the Massachusetts bacterial water quality standards for swimming, boating, and general health of the watershed.
Examine Report Cards

Lower Neponset River Remedial Work

The EPA coordinates cleanup activities in Boston/Milton's Lower Neponset River, focusing on mitigating pollution and restoring ecological health for the community.

Learn about cleanup activities
Understanding Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

The EPA works on cleaning up the Lower Neponset River aiming to improve water quality and restore the river's ecosystem.

Learn about PCBs
Community Corner

Stay updated and engage with EPA cleanup efforts for the Lower Neponset River through community involvement and informational resources.

Stay updated and get involved
Site Documents & Data

EPA provides reports and data for cleanup and monitoring activities.

Review data on the Site

Stay Updated!

Helpful Links

Popular Documents and Resources

Publicly Available Documents Collection
Site Fact Sheets and Community Updates
Massachusetts Department of Public Health Consumption Advisories
- DPH Main Page for Consumption Advisories
- Recreational Use of the Neponset River (pdf) (305 KB)
Cleanup Documents

 