Conservation

Learn about how we actively monitor and restore water quality in the Indian Creek and greater Youghiogheny River Watershed

News & Updates

Yough Hellbenders Remain Elusive

May 22, 2024

Mountain Watershed Association and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy teamed up again this spring to search for the eastern hellbender salamander in the waters of the Youghiogheny River. Last year, WPC…

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Exploring Rasler Run

May 8, 2024

In 2023, MWA acquired nearly 200 acres of land to conserve in the Indian Creek gorge. The property, located in Springfield Township of Fayette County, borders both Indian Creek and…

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A Look into the Swallow Falls Bridge Replacement Project

March 18, 2024

The Garrett County Engineering Department is working to construct a new bridge in Swallow Falls State Park, more specifically, in the Youghiogheny Scenic and Wild River Corridor. Swallow Falls Road, which…

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