The Nanticoke Creek Watershed lies in northern part of Broome County. As a result of the dominant agricultural land use, the watershed is stressed from siltation, streamflow alterations, suspended sediment, and nutrient enrichment. The primary source of sediment is streambank erosion
Sponsor
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Lands and Forests
Purpose and Need for Action
To maintain the current level of flood damage reduction provided by the Nanticoke Creek Site 3 Dam, for public safety, bridges, roads, agricultural and other lands, buildings, structures, infrastructure, and other features.
Project Schedule
Public Scoping Meeting – June 8, 2023
Second Public Meeting – December 12, 2024
Public Review of Final Draft – March, 2026
Plan Completion – June, 2026
Scoping Meeting
Two scoping meetings were held on June 8, 2023. The meetings were held in person at the Town of Lisle Building, Lisle, New York. The meeting provided a forum for agencies, partners, and the public to learn about the project, ask questions, and address concerns. Specifically, participants were asked to provide input on scoping resource concerns. The meeting minutes from each meeting, with attached PowerPoint slides, can be accessed below. Recordings of the meetings are also posted.
Second Public Meeting
Two public meetings were held on December 12, 2024. The meetings were held in person at the Town of Lisle Building, Lisle, New York. A summary of the findings and the preferred alternative were presented. Agencies and organizations participating and/or providing input include the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, RJH Consultants, and NRCS.
Agency Scoping Meeting Recording (coming soon)
Public Scoping Meeting Recording (coming soon)
Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations (WFPO)
The Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention (WFPO) Program helps units of federal, state, local and federally recognized tribal governments (project sponsors) protect and restore watersheds.
