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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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 Soil Health Workshop: Lessons in Lead Remediation

Urban Soil Health Workshop: Lessons in Lead Remediation

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Urban growers are invited to Be.wilder Farm for a hands-on workshop with Grow Pittsburgh, ACCD, and Pasa Sustainable Agriculture on soil lead remediation and improving soil health for vegetables, flowers, and herbs.

Non-Point Source Pollution Field Day

Non-Point Source Pollution Field Day

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join ACCD for a field day designed for municipal employees, parks staff, and public works professionals. This interactive workshop will focus on clean water planning through best management practices such as erosion control, stormwater strategies, and more!

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.  

View the online portal for geospatial data and impact stories.

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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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