Chester County Water Resources Authority


What We Do

 
We provide:
  • flood protection
  • reservoir water supplies
  • water science and information
  • stormwater management planning
Today's Water Levels

Walking Tours of Hibernia Dam

Learn About Hibernia Dam and Chambers Lake

Since 1996, Hibernia Dam and Chambers Lake have been providing recreation, water supply and flood protection for residents in Chester County.

Join the Chester County Water Resources Authority for a 45-minute walking tour of Hibernia Dam and learn about the history of the dam, how the dam functions, and how and when releases are made. 

More information, including how to register for one of these free tours, is available here.

Hibernia Dam

Walking tours are scheduled for

  • Thursday, June 6 at 3:30pm,
  • Thursday, June 6 at 6:30pm 
  • Saturday, June 8 at 8:30am, and
  • Saturday, June 8 at 10am. 

Things to Know


What is a Watershed - and How Does it Work?


Understanding what a watershed is and how it works is the first step to clean water for our communities and our environment. Find out more... 

Current Water Conditions


A set of color graphs and maps presents a visual snapshot of current rainfall amounts, groundwater levels and streamflow conditions for Chester County.

Streams and Lakes of Chester County


You can find out  information about the streams and lakes in Chester County through interactive maps, an overview summary, and more. 

Chester County Municipalities

Stormwater management and water resources information available to assist local municipalities

Things to Do

 

Upcoming Events

Chester County Municipal Stormwater Summit - September 20, 2019
This annual event provides updates and new information on municipal stormwater management and state regulations for municipal staff and their consultants, and conservation organizations. Agenda and details will follow.
 

Join a Watershed Conservation Organization

There are many local Water Conservation groups. Get involved with one that protects your local watershed.
 

Help at Various Clean-up Events throughout our Watersheds


Find an event via Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful website. Also check with your local watershed association or municipality. 
 

Participate in the Volunteer Rainfall Observer Network


Volunteer to keep a daily log of rain gauge readings and submit the log on a monthly basis. 
   

Right-To-Know Information


Click here for Chester County Water Resources Authority's Right-To-Know information.