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Flood control, landscape restoration, water quality improvement, historic preservation, habitat enhancement: the Restoration Project is a vital collaboration of federal, state, city, and town partners.
Photo: Adine Storer
The current work includes dredging the Muddy River and restoring the adjoining landscape. The US Army Corps provides periodic updates.
Photo: Courtney Allender
The Muddy River parks remain open and accessible while our treasured urban waterway and its ecosystems are improved. What's happening in your park?
Photo: Jonathan Cohn
The citizen-led MMOC provides independent monitoring of construction activity and works with Project partners to ensure long-term sustainability.
Photo: Damien Hickey
“...the preservation of the present channel...[will] make it permanently attractive and wholesome, and an element of constantly increasing advantage to the neighborhood.”
Frederick Law Olmsted, 1880

THE MUDDY RIVER RESTORATION PROJECT MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

PUBLIC OVERSIGHT REIMAGINED

In providing independent oversight of the Muddy River Restoration Project, the MMOC advocates for the public interest, promotes intergovernmental collaboration, and supports best management practices for the long-term health of the Muddy River and its parks.

Project Updates

What's Happening Now?

The MMOC Announces its Annual Meeting: Registration is Open!

March 16, 2023

Join us for Public Oversight Reimagined on Wednesday evening, April 26th. Our Annual Meeting will coincide with the near completion of the historic Muddy River Restoration Project. We will also celebrate the birthday of visionary landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Where: The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston When: April 26,

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Visit The Parks

along the connected greenspace of Our Muddy

Olmsted Park
Riverway Park
Justine Mee Liff Park
Back Bay Fens
Charlesgate

THE FIVE GOALS OF THE MUDDY RIVER RESTORATION PROJECT

Flood Damage Reduction

Photo: Matt Eddy, MMOC

Water Quality Improvement

Photo: Julia Hopkins, CRWA

Aquatic and Riparian Habitat Enhancement

Photo: Courtney Allender

Historic Landscape Rehabilitation

Best Management Practices Implementation

Project Milestones

One of the nation’s most complex environmental restoration projects culminated in the construction of a durable flood risk management channel in 2017. Our Muddy is flowing again!​

New Culverts
and sediment removal enable the Muddy River to flow unimpeded.
Roadway Changes
in a busy city intersection ease the flow of West Fens traffic.
Enhanced Wetlands Plantings
reflect Olmsted’s original vision for the Emerald Necklace.
The Justine Mee Liff Park
becomes the newest in the chain of Muddy River greenspace parks.

UPCOMING MMOC EVENTS

Second Wednesday of each month, 6-7:30pm

Due to ongoing concerns about COVID-19, all meetings will be held by video conference until further notice. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Upcoming meetings:
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Please email info@muddyrivermmoc.org for more information.

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The Muddy River Restoration Project is a model of environmental stewardship. Help ensure the ongoing maintenance and resilience of the River and its parks by attending meetings, staying updated, and, most of all, enjoying our treasured urban waterway. 

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ourmuddy Our Muddy River @ourmuddy ·
16 Mar

In honor of Women's History Month and her founding work on behalf of the @naolmstedparks, @Olmsted200 has spotlighted Betsy Shure Gross in its March, 2023 newsletter.
CONGRATULATIONS, Betsy!!
Watch the video: http://bit.ly/3TlyltI

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milesperhoward Miles Howard @milesperhoward ·
15 Mar

What are some American cities that have really good distribution of parks and green spaces? Meaning, you never have to walk very far to find a park or green space, no matter what neighborhood you're in.

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_emilynorton Emily Norton @_emilynorton ·
15 Mar

Did you know raw sewage still enters the #CharlesRiver? Yup, including yesterday. https://www.cambridgeday.com/2023/03/14/stormwater-overflow-brings-alert-to-avoid-contact-with-charles-river-alewife-brook-parts-of-mystic/

@CharlesRiver is working to end these gross discharges once and for all. 💩

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15 Mar

The 17th Annual Muddy River Symposium is coming up on April 18th! Sign up for “The All-Hands-On Decade:” http://MRS2023.eventbrite.com
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