In collaboration with a diverse group of stakeholders, the North Carolina Coastal Federation developed the Newport River Watershed Protection and Restoration Plan.
This plan identifies strategic actions to address declining water quality and flooding in the river and its estuary. It serves as a roadmap for local communities and government agencies, outlining voluntary actions to mitigate existing and potential pollution threats to the river. The plan provides an overview of past, present, and projected water quality conditions and outlines strategies to reduce polluted stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and mitigate flooding. These strategies include mimicking or restoring natural drainage functions and implementing cost-effective measures such as land protection, restoration, and stormwater management retrofits. Community engagement initiatives are also emphasized to address the impacts of land use on water quality and flooding.