Tag: anacostia
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Restoring the Anacostia: NOAA’s Herculean Effort to Reclaim a Historic Waterway from the Grip of Abandonment
Restoring the Anacostia: NOAA’s Herculean Effort to Reclaim a Historic Waterway from the Grip of Abandonment Thirteen derelict ships have been removed from the Anacostia River, marking a significant turning point in the long fight for the river’s ecological and historical revival. For decades, the Anacostia River in Washington, D.C., a waterway steeped in history…
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Salvaging a Sleeping Giant: How NOAA is Reclaiming the Anacostia River, One Sunken Hull at a Time
Salvaging a Sleeping Giant: How NOAA is Reclaiming the Anacostia River, One Sunken Hull at a Time A multi-year federal initiative is clearing the historic waterway of derelict vessels, restoring its ecological health and potential for recreation. For decades, the Anacostia River, a vital artery flowing through the heart of Washington D.C., has been a…