Natick Completes MEPA Process: A Step Closer To Removing The Charles River Dam

DAM REMOVAL
Written By Charles River

Exciting news! The Town of Natick has completed the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) process and received its MEPA certificate for removing the Charles River Dam at South Natick. The process included public review, and over 40 individuals and agencies wrote to show their support for the dam removal!

This is a big step towards removing the Charles River Dam at South Natick, which was deemed in “poor condition” by the MA Office of Dam Safety and serves no purpose for power or flood control. Removing the South Natick Charles River Dam will facilitate fish passage, improve water quality and the river ecosystem, and minimize flood risk.


Now that the MEPA process has been completed, the town has drafted a tentative schedule for additional permits along with a cost estimate. 

Learn more about why we advocate for dam removal in articles from WGBH, NBC 10, Boston.com, MetroWest Daily News, Natick Patch, Mintz, and POLITICO.

Charles River

Charles River Watershed Association’s mission is to use science, advocacy, and the law to protect, restore, and enhance the Charles River and its watershed. We develop science-based strategies to increase resilience, protect public health, and promote environmental equity as we confront a changing climate.

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