Our Mission

Our mission is to protect the public’s right to clean water in the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers and their tributaries. We stop pollution to enhance the safety of our drinking water, protect healthy river habitats, and enhance public use and enjoyment.

Photo by Roy Sewall

Our Rivers

With our watershed covering more than 14,000 square miles, our three riverkeepers are working every day to be a voice for our rivers and the best advocates against pollution in the Lower Potomac, Upper Potomac, and Shenandoah.

Learn more about our rivers, the riverkeepers, and our campaigns:

GET INVOLVED

Looking for ways to do your part and give back to your watershed? Become involved with PRKN and support our fight for clean water!

OUR WORK

Trash-Free Potomac Campaign
Trash-Free Potomac Campaign
Respect the Shenandoah Campaign
Respect The Shenandoah Campaign
50 Million Mussel Project
50 Million Mussel Project
Swimmable Potomac River Campaign
Swimmable Potomac River Campaign
Potomac Programs Upper Potomac Programs Shenandoah Programs

Current Water Quality for the Potomac River

Site are monitored weekly by trained Potomac Riverkeeper Network volunteers from April until October.
Mapping provided by

Swim Guide

A green icon tells you your beach has met water quality criteria. A red icon tells you the water quality has failed the latest water quality test. Tap on a beach status for more information.

Get the App

The Swim Guide app is free. Experience the freedom of beach-hunting from your Apple or Android smartphone.

Download Water Reporter in the Apple App Store