About Us

The New Jersey Water Supply Authority's Watershed Protection Programs Division was formed in 1999 to administer a systematic source water protection program for the watersheds that the Authority relies upon for its water supply. The Division's primary objectives include the development and implementation of projects that afford protection of the quantity and quality of the source water in the Raritan and Manasquan River Basins, and the Delaware & Raritan Canal and its tributaries for the benefit of the Authority and its customers...

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What's New

• Watershed Protection Programs will be presenting at the NJ Land Conservation Rally on March 20, 2010

• Healthy Lawns/Healthy Environment Initiative wins 2009 New Jersey Environmental Excellence Recognition in the Water Resources Category [see the poster]

• Blew family's Oak Grove Plantation received River-Friendly Farm certification in November

• Watershed Protection Programs has presented "Be River-Friendly!" at the Alliance for New Jersey Environmental Education (ANJEE) Conference in Princeton on January 30, 2010, Check the presentation!

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A GIS-based Model for Acquisition Program

Source Water Protection (SWP) has long been recognized as one of the most effective means for ensuring long-term viability of water supply and maintenance of water quality. The Authority has used GIS technology to identify potential properties through open space acquisition program to ensure the sensitive water resources areas are properly protected. Please click here for more information.

The Authority implements a suite of River-Friendly programs, including those for Golf Courses, Businesses and Residents.  Through these programs, NJWSA works with landowners to improve water resources. Learn more >>

A rain garden is a planted depression that allows rainwater runoff from impervious urban areas like roofs, driveways, walkways, and compacted lawn areas the opportunity to be absorbed. This reduces rain runoff by allowing stormwater to soak into the ground. Learn more >>