The Wareham River is one of Buzzards Bay’s largest river systems. It’s formed by the Agawam River and the Wankinco River, which begin in Carver and Plymouth and merge at Wareham Village. Local residents enjoy fishing, swimming, boating, and living by the Wareham River. But dense development along the shoreline has led to nitrogen pollution from wastewater, septic systems, lawns, and roads. Cranberry bogs north of the river also play a role in its health.
Help the Buzzards Bay Coalition keep an eye on the health of the water in your community. Become a Baywatcher, and you can volunteer as a "citizen scientist" on the water this summer.
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