Protecting, Restoring and Preserving Allegheny County's Natural Resources

Allegheny County Conservation District envisions an educated and engaged public, clean water and a sustainable future.

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Micro-Grants for Urban Growers

ACCD is now offering the Urban Grower Success Micro-Grant, a funding opportunity created to support urban growers in Allegheny County.

Explore Data & Impact

View ACCD’s online portal for geospatial data and impact stories

Apply for a Road Grant

Municipalities are invited to apply for funds to improve roads and protect local streams through the Dirt, Gravel & Low Volume Road Grant. 

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Landslides: Causes, Repairs and Funding

Landslides: Causes, Repairs and Funding

An introduction to landslides and their impact on streams and roadways and available funding.

Soil 101

Soil 101

A beginner's guide to the basics of soils, what makes them healthy, issues urban soils face and more.

Navigating Allegheny County's Waters

Navigating Allegheny County's Waters

This guide explains watersheds, stormwater sources of impairment, and planning for healthier water resources.

Homeowner's Guide to Stormwater

Homeowner's Guide to Stormwater

Learn how to develop and implement a stormwater management plan for your property.

Permits:Build Resilient Communities

ACCD works with municipalities and the construction industry to keep soil where it belongs, on the land and out of Pennsylvania’s streams.   

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Upcoming Workshops & Special Events

Urban Grower Success Micro-Grant | Q&A Session (Virtual)

Urban Grower Success Micro-Grant | Q&A Session (Virtual)

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Join ACCD to learn about the Urban Grower Success Micro-Grant and how it can help take your urban agriculture operation to the next level. Multiple virtual Q&A sessions are available.

Free Trees, Clean Streams | Info Session

Free Trees, Clean Streams | Info Session

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Join Allegheny County Conservation District and PA's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for an info session connecting landowners with funding and support for streamside tree and habitat projects.

Explore the Data

ACCD completes on-the-ground work to protect soil and water. These efforts deliver critical environmental and community benefits, such as dedicated future farmland, safer low-volume roads, increased fish habitat and more.  

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Ready to Get Involved?

ACCD provides technical assistance to improve water and soil resources throughout the region. 

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