The HCSWCD is dedicated to protecting water quality through lake and stream monitoring, providing equipment for our volunteer water monitoring program, monitoring and managing for aquatic invasive species, protecting stream banks and shorelines, and providing information about septic systems and alternative toilet options.

Hamilton County is located in the headwaters of six major watersheds:  Oswegatchie River, Raquette River, Black River, Sacandaga River, Upper Hudson River, and Mohawk River.

Reports
State of Hamilton County Lakes 1993-2003
State of  Hamilton  County  Lakes 1993-1998
1999 Stream Assessment
2000 Stream Assessment
2003 Stream Assessment
Hamilton County Soil Survey

Brochures
Water Monitoring Programs
Save That Lake
20 Ways to Love Your Lake
Stormwater Runoff
Stormwater Management Guide
Property Owner's Self Evaluation
Shoreline Management
Alternative Septic Systems
Lake Friendly Fertilizers

Programs
Water Monitoring
Volunteer Water Monitoring
Stream Monitoring
Private Well Water Testing
Hydroseeding
Invasive Species

For Residents
Alternative Septic Systems
Stormwater
Shoreline Protection