Ohio River

ORSANCO Punts on Decision to Eliminate Water Quality Standards for the Ohio River

By Brittany Patterson • Oct 5, 2018

A multi-state commission charged with protecting the Ohio River decided Thursday to postpone a decision to dramatically alter pollution controls.

The Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission, or ORSANCO, has been considering a proposal that would reduce its oversight of water pollution control standards along the Ohio River. The proposal, called "option 2" would eliminate the body's water pollution control standards for industrial and municipal wastewater discharges into the river.

Clean Water Standards For Ohio River Have Allies In Hamilton County

By • Oct 1, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

Hamilton County commissioners are opposed to a change in river quality standards.

The board said so in a resolution as the Ohio River Sanitation Commission considers an update to standards for the Ohio River. The update would bring ORSANCO's standards in line with EPA Clean Water Act.

Here's Your Chance To Swim Across The Ohio River

By Dan Hurley • Sep 10, 2018
ohio river swim
Courtesy Great Ohio River Swim

The Bill Keating, Jr. Great Ohio River Swim takes place Sunday, September 23. Participants enter the water at the Serpentine Wall, swim across the river to Newport and then back, finishing at the Public Landing – a total distance of about 900 meters.

ORSANCO Public Comment Period On Ohio River Pollution Standards Ends Monday

By • Aug 20, 2018
ohio river
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

People concerned with Ohio River pollution have until midnight on Monday to weigh in on proposed standard changes.

Preview Paddlefest 2018

By Dan Hurley • Jul 31, 2018
paddlefest
Courtesy Paddlefest

The 17th Ohio River Paddlefest takes place this Saturday, August 4. Recognized as the largest paddling event in the United States, the 2018 Paddlefest will bring more than 2,000 people from 20-plus states to Cincinnati to celebrate the beauty and recreational benefits of the Ohio River.

Why Is A Local Aquarium Making The Rounds In Chicago?

By • Jul 16, 2018
Courtesy Shedd Aquarium

An Ohio River education and watchdog group is loaning its mobile exhibit to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium for the summer.

Expert Tips To Enjoy The Ohio River Safely This Summer

By Dan Hurley • May 22, 2018
ohio river safety
Pete Rightmire / WVXU

Each year thousands of recreational boaters enjoy our stretch of the Ohio River. But boaters out on the water for fun have to share the river with commercial traffic, typically towboats that, with their barges, can reach up to 1,200-feet long – more than the length of an aircraft carrier.

Flood Damage Costs May Be Enough For Federal Aid

By & • Mar 12, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

Hamilton County may have enough flood damage to qualify for federal and state disaster aid. Emergency Management Director Nick Crossley says one building was destroyed, 59 had major damage, and more than 350 had minor damage.

Wednesday Deadline For Reporting Hamilton County Flood Damage

By • Mar 5, 2018
flooded streets in the East End, house in distance
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

Time is running out to report flood damage in Hamilton County. Ryan McEwan with Emergency Management said the agency wants reports in by Wednesday so they can turn them over to the state by Friday.

Why Was This Flood Different From Previous Events?

By • Mar 2, 2018
flooded fields seen through trees
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

The Ohio River is slowly falling back to pre-flood levels. As communities start to clean up, there are some calling for a fresh look at how human activity affects flooding.

A Clermont County Lake Helps Prevent Major Flooding In Cincinnati

By • Mar 2, 2018
Jay Hanselman / WVXU

Many people associate Harsha Lake at East Fork State Park in Clermont County with boating and recreation. While those activities are important, that's not the reason it was built.

Hamilton County Leaders Want Disaster Reports As Soon As Possible

By • Feb 26, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

Updated 5:10 p.m.

Hamilton County disaster officials are still trying to get a handle on the scope of flood damage this week. The Ohio River was still above 59 feet, Monday afternoon, which puts it in moderate flood stage.

Flood Damage Assessment Can't Start Until Waters Drop

By • Feb 25, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

There isn't a flood damage estimate for Hamilton County yet. Emergency Management Agency officials haven't been able to start counting the number of properties affected by high water, or the cost of repairing properties and infrastructure. The water is still too high.

Ohio River Predicted To Crest Sunday Afternoon At 60.6 Feet

By • Feb 25, 2018
Bill Rinehart

The National Weather Service forecasts the Ohio River at Cincinnati to crest Sunday afternoon at 60.6 feet. Flood stage is 52 feet.

New Richmond, The Banks Watch And Wait For River Flooding

By • Feb 25, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

Update from the National Weather Service 8:21 a.m. Feb. 25:

Latest forecast for the Ohio River at Cincinnati has a crest occurring this afternoon at approximately 60.6 ft. Current stage is nearing 60 ft. After the crest this afternoon, levels should begin going back down.

Barrier Dam Aging But Still Protects Mill Creek

By • Feb 23, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

When the Ohio River floods, water backs up into other rivers and streams including the Little Miami, Licking, and the Mill Creek. Cincinnati has infrastructure in place to prevent damage along one of the area's most developed waterways.

Ohio River Expected To Reach 60 Feet By Tuesday

By • Feb 22, 2018
Ohio River under a bridge
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

The National Weather Service predicts the Ohio River at Cincinnati will reach 59.5' by Tuesday, a level the river hasn't seen since the flood of 1997.

Ohio River To Crest Lower, Sooner Than Expected

By • Feb 20, 2018
Bill Rinehart / WVXU

Updated at 2:37 p.m.

The Ohio River continues to rise. The National Weather Service says as of midday Tuesday, it was at 55.2 feet and expected to rise to 55.5 feet before cresting in the evening.  Earlier forecasts put the crest at 56.1 feet coming early Wednesday morning.

Covington Looking To Save Monarch Butterfly And Improve Water Quality

By Alberto Jones • Oct 13, 2017
Tana Weingartner / WVXU

Covington plans to take greater steps in protecting the monarch butterfly and improving water quality in Northern Kentucky. These are the designated topics for Covington Neighborhood Collaborative's annual summit this Saturday.

This Year's Great Ohio River Swim Salutes The Late Bill Keating, Jr.

By • Sep 14, 2017
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Across the Ohio River and back, 900 yards. That's the route and length of the upcoming Great Ohio River Swim. Started in 2007, this year's event will be held in honor of Bill Keating, Jr., a strong supporter of the swim. Mr. Keating lost his battle with brain cancer earlier this year.

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