Pages Tagged With: "watershed stewardship"
Delaware Inland Bay and Delaware Bay Coast Coastal Storm Risk Management Study
The Coastal Storm Risk Management Study of the Delaware Inland Bays and Delaware Bay Coast (known as the Back Bay Study) will explore potential storm risk management problems and flood risk reduction solutions. It will recommend risk reduction solutions that increase community resilience to coastal storms. Delaware’s InlandApplication for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Bethany Dunes Homeowners Association proposes to mechanically scrape sand from the beach to rebuild the dune on a parcel in Bethany Dunes.2023 Certified Construction Reviewer Course
Pre-registration is now open for the 2023 Sediment and Stormwater Program’s Certified Construction Reviewer (CCR) course. The course is scheduled to be held in March 2023. Course Schedule March 2 — Virtual Class March 9 — Virtual Class March 16 — In-person Field Trip MarchLiving Shoreline Cost Share Program
Living shorelines can protect and enhance the beauty of shoreline properties. The DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship provides cost share assistance for installing living shorelines and stabilization projects. Living shorelines use natural materials like native plants, oyster shells and biodegradable coconut-fiber logs as a barrier to defend againstApplication for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Mr. and Mrs. Adam Santry propose building a single-family dwelling and cantilevered deck on Lot 6, Block 1, in South BethanyErosion and Sediment Control Handbook Updates
The DNREC Sediment and Stormwater Program has released revised regulatory guidance documents for public review.Contact Us
Sediment and Stormwater Program 302-739-9921
Revised Sediment and Stormwater Regulatory Guidance Documents
The DNREC Sediment and Stormwater Program has released revised regulatory guidance documents for public review.Delaware Watersheds Photo Contest
DNREC’s Delaware Watersheds Photo Contest is open to photographers of all ages and skill levels. They will share their photos of Delaware’s natural beauty and remind us that everything that happens on land directly affects what happens in our waterways.Contact Us
Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Edward Cohen has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to construct an elevator shaft on Lot 48 in Cotton Patch Hills, in Sussex County.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Dawn Sharpley has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to build a single family dwelling with a cantilevered deck/porch and septic system on Lot 69, Block A, of Broadkill Beach.Murderkill Inlet Jetty Rehabilitation
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has begun a project to replace and rehabilitate the jetties at the entrance of the Murderkill River.Contact Us
Shoreline and Waterway Management 302-739-9921
Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Kinney have applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to build a single family dwelling with a cantilevered deck on Lot 9, Block 1, in South Bethany.Emergency Murderkill River Inlet Dredging
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has completed an emergency dredging project at the mouth of the Murderkill River. The goal of the project was to restore navigability and increase boating safety while strengthening shoreline resiliency.Contact Us
Sediment and Stormwater Regulatory Guidance Memorandum RGM-3
The Sediment and Stormwater Program proposes to rescind the adoption of the Appoquinimink River Watershed Stormwater Management Plan’s standards and criteria for stormwater control, now redundant.Pilottown Road Mitigation Study
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has undertaken an investigation of flood mitigation options for the section of Pilottown Road, in Lewes, that crosses Canary Creek near its confluence with the Broadkill River. The section of Pilottown Road leading to the Canary Creek bridge is frequently inundatedApplication for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
The Division of Parks and Recreation has applied for a permit to excavate an area on each side of the dune crossover at the bathhouse and place sand on beach at the Tower Road and Fenwick Island.Inland Bays Swimming Advisory Caution
The DNREC Shellfish and Recreational Water Program has issued a permanent swimming advisory caution for Delaware’s Inland Bays — Rehoboth Bay, Indian River and Bay, Little Assawoman Bay, and the portion of Assawoman Bay located in Delaware. For More InformationApplication for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
David A. Rumford has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to build an elevator shaft on the west side of the existing dwelling on Lot 3, Block JJ, Lewes Beach.Blue-Green Algae in Delaware
Blue-green algae blooms occur each year on Delaware ponds, lakes and some tidal freshwater areas. Because they can have harmful effects on people and animals, the state has posted warning signs at water bodies which historically have had blooms.Contact Us
Flood Hazard Map Revision: Bundicks Branch
Sussex County proposes to revise the flood hazard information along Bundicks Branch between Beaver Dam Road and Cool Spring Road and along a tributary to Bundicks Branch from the confluence with Bundicks Branch to Dairy Farm Road.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Girard have applied for a permit to construct a single family dwelling with a cantilevered deck on Lot 14, Block 7, in South Bethany.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Beachside Builders has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to construct a replacement septic system on Lot 565 in Slaughter Beach.Public Hearing: Surface Water Quality Standards Triennial Review
The Division of Watershed Stewardship will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, to consider comments from the public on proposed revisions to Delaware’s Surface Water Quality Standards.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
The Cape Shores Homeowners Association has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to place up to 10,039 cubic yards of sand along the beach at Cape Shores.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
Melissa Kenny has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to build a single family dwelling and cantilevered deck on Lot 51, Block 12, in Broadkill Beach.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
The Cape Shores Homeowners Association has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to place up to 4,325 cubic yards of sand along the beach.Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line
The City of Rehoboth Beach has applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to excavate the dune to expose existing manholes for the purpose of accessing the stormwater collection system.Local Government Guide to the Chesapeake Bay
The Local Government Guide to the Chesapeake Bay is a seven-module series created to support decision-making by local officials. A Local Government Guide to the Chesapeake Bay, a video introduction from the Chesapeake Bay Program.
