Urban Environments (water issues)

Program Indicators

Number of individuals who plan to implement BMPs in the near future	291
Number of individuals who implemented BMPs on their property/in the community	5990
Number of individuals who plan to complete soil tests as needed	3876
Number of individuals who plan to engage in decision-making activities and actions that affect water quality	4058
Number of individuals who made informed decisions that affect water quality	5818
Number of individuals who completed soil tests as needed	5517

Kentucky State University’s Kentucky River Thorobred [Re]Connects Folks to Their River

about 6 years ago by Ed Wilcox

Due to a lack of commercial navigation on the Kentucky River, the Army Corps of Engineers closed all 14 of the locks and dams along the Kentucky River in the late 1980s.Shortly after, the Kentucky Riv... Read More
Water Quality Issues

about 5 years ago by Roger Mollette

Water quality has been an issue in Martin County for several years. Due to the potential health hazards the College of Public Health and Department of Plant and Soil Sciences from the University of Ke... Read More
2018 Northern Kentucky Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

about 5 years ago by DJ Scully

According to the EPA, the average household generates more than 20 pounds of household hazardous waste per year. Products, such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries, and pesticides can contain hazardo... Read More
Kentucky State University’s Kentucky River Thorobred Continues to Build Community Partnerships and Strengthen Community Bonds

about 5 years ago by Ed Wilcox

Civic groups in Frankfort, Kentucky have been attempting to revitalize Frankfort. These groups want to increase tourism, residential opportunities in the downtown area, and recreational use of the Ken... Read More