Croton River Hydrilla Control Project

DEC and partners have developed a plan to control Hydrilla verticillata (hydrilla) in the Croton River. Hydrilla grows and spreads rapidly and is one of the most difficult aquatic invasive plants to control and eradicate in the United States. Infestations can have negative impacts on recreation and tourism, as well as severe consequences for aquatic ecosystems.

Background

Hydrilla was discovered in the Croton River in October 2013 and later found in Croton Bay during a site survey in 2014 (Towns of Cortlandt and Ossining, Westchester County, NY). This survey also revealed that hydrilla is well-established in the Croton River and the New Croton Reservoir. While Hydrilla remains in the Croton River and Bay, it threatens habitats in the Hudson River and its tributaries. Fortunately, the results of the survey conducted in 2015 indicate that hydrilla has not yet spread outside of the Croton River. A public meeting was held on December 1, 2015 and again on June 28, 2016, to inform the public of the infestation and address concerns about management options.

December 7, 2016 - Public Meeting

DEC and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson invite you to attend an informational meeting on the control and management of the invasive aquatic plant Hydrilla in the Croton River.

When: Wednesday, December 7, 2016 from 6:45 - 8:45 PM
Where: 2nd floor meeting room, Village of Croton Stanley H. Kellerhouse Municipal Building, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520