Clinton River Watershed Council

Clinton River Watershed Council CRWC's mission is to protect, enhance, & celebrate the Clinton River, its watershed, & Lake St. Clair

The Clinton River Watershed Council provides programs and services in the areas of watershed management and stormwater education, including our well-known Stream Leaders, Adopt-A-Stream, Southeast Michigan Phase II Stormwater Information Clearinghouse, and Clinton River Coldwater Conservation Project (CRCCP) programs. The council was formed in 1972 as an association of local governments under the

authority of the Michigan Local Rivers Management Act of 1964. For more than 45 years, CRWC has served to coordinate the efforts of local governments, businesses, community groups and individuals in improving water quality, promoting innovative watershed management techniques, and celebrating the river as a natural and recreational resource. In 1994, the council reorganized as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, which allows CRWC to obtain funding from grants and private donors. Today, we are supported by local and county government membership dues, business sponsorships, state, federal and private grants, and individual contributions.

09/06/2026

stormdrain mural video

Join us for our free Watershed 101 presentation on Sept. 14, 6 - 7 PM at Ray Township Public Library. Kids ages 4 - 12 w...
09/05/2026

Join us for our free Watershed 101 presentation on Sept. 14, 6 - 7 PM at Ray Township Public Library. Kids ages 4 - 12 will follow the path of a raindrop from our homes in Michigan to the Atlantic Ocean. Using a 3D model, we'll demonstrate the introduction of pollutants into our environment via stormwater along the way. See all of our events at https://www.crwc.org/events/watershed-101-sept14.

Water that enters storm drains strains infrastructure and carries pollutants that get washed away, such as oils 🛢️, meta...
09/04/2026

Water that enters storm drains strains infrastructure and carries pollutants that get washed away, such as oils 🛢️, metals 🔗, salts 🧂, pet waste 🐶, fertilizer 🧪, pesticides 🐛 , grass clippings 🌾 and more. This can lead to algae blooms , bacterial growth and other water quality issues in wetlands, ponds, streams, rivers and lakes.

Learn more about how we're helping to address this issue at https://www.candgnews.com/articles/features-news/crwc-raises-awareness-for-stormwater-system/.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Volunteers with the nonprofit Clinton River Watershed Council have been stenciling messages on storm drains around Madison Heights that read, “No Dumping, Drains to River” as part of an effort to curb contaminants in local waterways.

Our sponsor Ford Motor Company protects the environment by supporting safe and accessible drinking water in their manufa...
09/04/2026

Our sponsor Ford Motor Company protects the environment by supporting safe and accessible drinking water in their manufacturing operations and communities, including the Clinton River Watershed. Learn more about sustainability at Ford at https://corporate.ford.com/social-impact/sustainability/.

09/02/2026

Thank you to our social media friend Shelley for today's photos from City of Mount Clemens - Government. Where's your favorite place to experience the ? Message us or send us an email at [email protected] to share your photos and videos. City of Mount Clemens - Government, Octopus' B**r Garden

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) is a fancy phrase for natural solutions that mimic nature. Examples of GSI includ...
09/02/2026

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) is a fancy phrase for natural solutions that mimic nature. Examples of GSI include rain gardens 🌼, native trees 🌲, and rain barrels 🌧️. Discover the eight little-known benefits of GSI in our latest blog. https://www.crwc.org/news-updates/gsi-solutions

Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) can resolve flooding and water pollution issues, while improving your property, wellbeing, and the environment.

Stop by St. Paul's Episcopal, Romeo and Green Space Romeo's Festival in the Woods on Sept. 26, 10 AM - 3 PM. Learn about...
09/01/2026

Stop by St. Paul's Episcopal, Romeo and Green Space Romeo's Festival in the Woods on Sept. 26, 10 AM - 3 PM. Learn about these organizations' restoration efforts, enjoy live music and food, and take part in activities for all ages. And look for our staff to learn more about our work! https://www.greenspaceromeo.org/festival-in-the-woods/

09/01/2026

Using a rain barrel:
🌧️ Helps decrease pollution, erosion, and flooding
🌦️ Conserves rainwater and
⛈️ Reduces water bills
☔ Reduce demand on municipal water supplies

Purchase your very own rain barrel through our online sale, now through Sept. 6! https://www.crwc.org/native-plant-sale

We're looking forward to seeing you at Weekly Clean in September! In just two hours, you can help us keep trash and debr...
09/01/2026

We're looking forward to seeing you at Weekly Clean in September! In just two hours, you can help us keep trash and debris out of our Clinton River! See the complete schedule at https://www.crwc.org/weekly-clean. You can also schedule a private cleanup just for your group.

Address

1115 W Avon Road
Rochester Hills, MI
48309

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12486010606

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