Governor Wes Moore is highlighting a major environmental investment aimed at improving Maryland’s waterways and natural habitats, including several projects in Frederick County. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is distributing 31.5 million dollars in grants from the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund to support 25 ecological restoration projects across 188 sites statewide. Officials say the projects were selected based on their ability to improve water quality, enhance wildlife habitat, and increase resilience to climate impacts.
In Frederick County, the City of Frederick will receive funding to restore more than 7,500 linear feet of the Carroll Creek watershed. The project also includes planting 24,000 trees, which is expected to improve water quality, reduce flooding risks, and create a passive park space for recreation. In addition, SilvoCulture will plant 8,100 trees across 27 acres on private farmland in Middletown and Myersville, supporting wildlife habitat, water quality improvements, and educational outreach programs.
Statewide, officials estimate the projects will reduce about 45,100 pounds of nitrogen, 6,400 pounds of phosphorus, and nearly 8,900 tons of sediment each year. These pollutants are known to contribute to algae blooms that reduce oxygen levels in waterways, making it harder for aquatic life to survive. The restoration efforts are expected to provide long-term environmental and community benefits as work begins on the selected sites.
By; Dianah Gibson
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