River Continuity

Safe and stable stream crossings can accommodate wildlife and protect stream health while reducing expensive erosion and structural damage. River Continuity works to reduce impediments to movement of fish, wildlife and other aquatic life that require instream passage.

The Stream Crossing Handbook and Poster, below, are designed to inform and educate local decision makers and conservationists about the importance of properly designed stream crossings. The Stream Crossing Standards, as described in the Handbook are required as part of the Army Corps of Engineers Programmatic General Permit, and should be used when designing new crossings on perennial streams. Every town Conservation Commission and Department of Public Works has received a copy for their use in permitting, designing and maintaining stream crossings. Please download and share the information from the handbook, encourage your town to hang the poster, and support the use of the standards in your community.

Massachusetts Stream Crossing Handbook (pdf)

Massachusetts Stream Crossing Poster (pdf)