In 2018, NCA, Riverkeeper and Perkins+Will launched the Newtown Creek Vision plan, a 150 page report chronicling priority issues and 85 proposed projects to address Remediation, Restoration, Recreation and Resilience. The report builds upon decades of planning and visioning efforts by numerous community members and organizations; framing ideas in the wake of upcoming Superfund remediation and Clean Water improvements. Read the full plan here.
Explore these interactive educational resources on ArcGIS StoryMaps to learn more about the Creek's ecosystem and NCA’s efforts in environmental remediation, restoration, and revitalization. We have units available on the history and geography of the Creek, regional flora and fauna, Newtown Creek's soil and water health, and the impact of climate change on NYC's coastal communities. Click "read more" to view them all.
Want a cleaner Newtown Creek for future generations? Now is the time to speak up! The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) is currently proposing water quality standards that don’t include any actual improvement or reduction of Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO). The plan will lock us into decades of inaction and fall well […]
Many thanks to everyone who celebrated the Creek with us Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the 9th Annual Tidal Toast! We had a wonderful time connecting with the Creek community, getting a sneak peak at upcoming NCA campaigns, and celebrating our honorees for their years of outstanding work to serve our communities and improve Newtown […]
This bicycle tour was held on May 17, 2026, with funding from City Parks Foundation through the NYC Green Fund. View the full route and stopping locations for this 5.5-mile tour here. Photos by Elias Parise. On a sweltering spring morning in mid-May, Newtown Creek Alliance staff joined Sane Energy Project, along with a dedicated […]
Visit #1 : June 16, 2026 One of the five tidally influenced tributaries of Newtown Creek, Dutch Kills was once part of the active and bustling industrial zone of the Creek. Due to aging infrastructure, its waters are no longer open to commercial boat traffic. In 2018, the NYC DEP installed a pilot project of […]
On May 15, 2026, Newtown Creek Alliance led a guided tour of the Dutch Kills Loop, one of the five tributaries that make up the Newtown Creek watershed. The walk invited participants to explore the challenges and opportunities along Dutch Kills, from combined sewer overflows and deteriorating bulkheads to ecological restoration projects and emerging visions […]
