American Rivers — River Restoration and Dam Removal

National river conservation nonprofit providing technical expertise, funding partnerships, and advocacy on river restoration, dam removal, and clean water.

American Rivers is the nation's leading river conservation organization, with programs spanning dam removal, clean water, river recreation, and water supply resilience. The Dam Removal Program has catalyzed removal of hundreds of obsolete dams across the U.S., including projects in Pennsylvania. Technical staff provide engineering support, permitting guidance, and partnership coordination for dam removal projects. American Rivers also publishes the annual "America's Most Endangered Rivers" report, which has drawn national attention to Pennsylvania waters in past years. The organization's Water Supply and Resilience program offers guidance on urban water management and green infrastructure. Watershed groups can partner with American Rivers on high-visibility river protection campaigns.