Protecting America’s Waters Story Map

Since 2009, EPA – in partnership with states, cities, utilities, NGOs, and businesses – has made giant strides to advance clean water protection. Explore the story map below to see where EPA worked to protect waters near you and read about the progress created through historic regulations, new programs, technology advances, and community support that move the country toward cleaner and more reliable water.

Explore Protecting America’s Waters Story Map

Read more about EPA's major water accomplishments:
Huffington Post: "Water Challenges are Actually Opportunities" by EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy, 12/8/2016

EPA Water Progress Infographic