Saco River Corridor Commission

08/07/2025

Check out this great program by the York County Soil and Water Conservation District! Aquatic plants are a big threat to our waterways. Read their post for more information!

07/18/2025

We are Hiring!
If you or someone you know may be the right fit for our full time Administrative Coordinator Position, don’t delay – see the job description at our website and apply by Saturday, August 2nd!
https://srcc-maine.org/staff/

03/28/2025

Interested in water quality, beautiful river shores, or just a great volunteering experience? SRCC is looking for Water Quality Monitoring volunteers that want to help keep our rivers healthy! Sites are available along the S**o, Ossipee, and Little Ossipee Rivers, and some of our local lakes and ponds. Training events are on April 22 and 26th this year - attend either one. Find out more by calling 207-625-8123.

The S**o River Corridor Commission is committed to protecting public health and safety and the quality of life for the state of Maine.

10/16/2024

SRCC needs volunteer Commissioners to help protect our Rivers!
Commissioners are appointed by their town to help evaluate proposed activities near the S**o, Ossipee, and Little Ossipee Rivers. Serving on the Commission can be a way to meet people, help out, and boost knowledge!
We are currently looking for people interested in representing the towns of Acton, Baldwin, Biddeford, Buxton, Cornish, Denmark, Limerick, Limington, Newfield, Shapleigh, and and Waterboro.
If you live in (or near) any of these towns and want to get involved with protecting our Rivers, please get in touch! Email us at [email protected] or call 207-625-8123 for more info.

03/11/2024

Are you planning a project along the River - or do you need to repair some flooding damage? If you live within 1,000 ft of the S**o, Ossipee, or Little Ossipee Rivers, you may need a permit from the SRCC before starting post-flooding repairs, or any new projects on your property. Permits are needed for adding loam, fill, gravel, riprap, and boulders, or for constructing, relocating, or rebuilding any structures including sheds, decks, etc. It can take over a month to secure a permit, so don't delay if you plan to do your work this spring.

Permits from SRCC are required by law, and are different from local building permits, so if you live in the S**o River Corridor, please contact us before you move ahead with your project, or if you've had to make emergency repairs after recent flooding. A quick call can save a lot of trouble, and our office staff are happy to help! Not sure if you're in the Corridor? Take a look at our map or call the office (207-625-8123) to check.
https://srcc-maine.org/corridor-mapping-tools/

The S**o River Corridor Commission is a quasi-independent state agency committed to protecting public health, safety, and quality of life throughout the S**o River Corridor, which includes the S**o, Ossipee and Little Ossipee Rivers in Maine.

03/07/2024

We are Hiring!

After nearly five wonderful years, our amazing John Boland is moving on from his position as Environmental Compliance Evaluator. The SRCC is now seeking applications from interested individuals suited to fill this important role. The preferred application deadline is March 25th, for a start date in April or May, so please spread the word and circulate this job posting.

https://srcc-maine.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Evaluator-Job-Description-2024.pdf

02/26/2024

NOTICE: The Public Hearing and Commission Meeting scheduled for February 28th, 2024, 7pm will be moved to an online-only format, due to an urgent issue requiring a remote meeting. There will be no in-person meeting. These meetings are open to the public. Anyone wishing to attend can find login details and more information on the main page of the Commission's website www.srcc-maine.org. Contact 207-625-8123 with any questions.

01/30/2024

Do you live in one of the Corridor Towns?
The S**o River Corridor runs through Acton, Baldwin, Biddeford, Brownfield, Buxton, Cornish, Dayton, Denmark, Fryeburg, Hiram, Hollis, Limerick, Limington, Newfield, Parsonsfield, Porter, S**o, Shapleigh, Standish, and Waterboro.
If you live in any of these towns and want to get involved with protecting our Rivers, please get in touch! We are looking for community volunteers for multiple roles. Even a few hours per month can be helpful! Email us at [email protected] or call 207-625-8123.

01/23/2024

ANNOUNCEMENT: This Wednesday's Commission Meeting (January 24th, 2024) will be held virtually via Zoom, due to the forecast for potential freezing rain and the risk to travelers. As a result of this urgent issue, there will NOT be an in-person meeting.
To join the virtual meeting this Wednesday, January 24 at 7pm, please view our agenda at the link below, and use the meeting link you'll find in that document. The meeting is open to the public.
http://tinyurl.com/SRCCAgendaJan24

01/21/2024

So much flooding and rain lately! If you live near the S**o, Ossipee, or Little Ossipee Rivers, keep in mind you may need a permit from the SRCC before starting shoreline or structural repair projects this year. Before you move ahead with your post-storm repairs, or if you've had to make emergency repairs, please call our office to see if a permit is needed. We are happy to help! Not sure if you're in the Corridor? Take a look at our map or call the office (207-625-8123) to check.
https://srcc-maine.org/corridor-mapping-tools/

01/04/2024

Happy New Year from the S**o River Corridor Commission!

A message from the Commission's new Executive Director, Cheri Dunning:

I was honored to take on this role in August, 2023, following in the footsteps of the excellent previous director, Dalyn Houser. Our volunteer Commissioners do incredible work to help protect our rivers and the communities around them. I am grateful to now help the Commission as a staff member, continuing the 50-year legacy of protection and monitoring along the S**o, Ossipee, and Little Ossipee.

Over 130 miles of river are under the protection of the S**o River Corridor Act. Those wanting to learn more can visit our website www.srcc-maine.org. We are also seeking new Commissioners in many of the towns bordering these rivers. If you live in the area and want to see how you can help, please get in touch! The office can be reached at 207-625-8123.

Thank you to everyone who continues to care about and help preserve the water quality and natural resources along the S**o River and its tributaries. Have a happy and healthy New Year!