The City of Savannah Water Resources Department's goal is to provide clean, safe, and affordable water to its citizens. A big part in ensuring safe water for drinking, swimming, and fishing is protecting the land around the water source. Water professionals know the very best assurance of good water quality is starting with a good source of water. Starting with a high quality source of water keeps treatment costs down. Typically, rivers and lakes surrounded by forested land provide the highest quality water. Trees are the "rock stars" of the natural world filtering our water and cleaning our air. The City of Savannah is committed to working with partners and users of the river to keep the Savannah River Watershed forested. Keeping the watershed forested ensures clean, safe, and affordable water for present and future generations.
Assessment of Abercorn Creek and Potential Pollution Sources
Savannah River Clean Water Fund
Keeping Forests
Videos:
How Forests Work to Protect Water Quality
Forests and People working to Protect Water