Lions Run Mine Drainage Treatment Success
Summary
MAWA's passive treatment system is removing nearly all iron, acidity, and aluminum from Lions Run, and fish and salamanders have returned downstream. Maintenance was completed this year, with the next round expected in three to four years.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Maintenance was self-financed by MAWA without municipal or DEP funds; grant applications are planned.
Everyone who lives near or uses Lions Run and the Westmoreland Heritage Trail corridor.
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