River Restoration Success Stories

Upper Citico Creek Dam Removal | Photo by Erin Singer McCombs
Upper Citico Creek Dam Removal | Photo by Erin Singer McCombs

River restoration projects can take many forms, and not all projects are created equal when it comes to quality and results. Here we present restoration success stories that highlight projects of different types, at different scales, and in varying geographies across the country to demonstrate how well planned and constructed restoration projects can bring rivers back to life. Just pick a project that looks interesting to you to learn more!

Note that projects highlighted below include those where American Rivers played a leading or supporting role, as well as worthy stories where we had no involvement.

Success Stories

Bloede Dam Removal
Patapsco River, MD
Elwha Dam Removal
Elwha River, WA
Fish Passage Restoration
Town Brook, MA
Stream Restoration
Teanaway Community Forest, WA
Edwards Dam Removal
Kennebec River, ME
Upper Citico Creek Dam Removal
Citico Creek, TN

Learn about more successful river restoration projects here.

Success Story Video Gallery

Check out these videos about river restoration projects from around the country. View the video gallery page.

Removing Dams in the Southeastern U.S. (American Rivers)