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What is a Red Tide?

“Red Tide” is the common term for a particular type of harmful algal bloom made up of large concentrations of toxic red dinoflagellates called Karenia brevis (K. Brevis). These are tiny red-colored, naturally-occurring aquatic microorganisms which, in sufficient concentrations, can cause a reddish tint to the water. At very high concentrations, they can cause toxic


Recreational Water Monitoring

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control monitors recreational waters to ensure their quality for swimming and other recreational uses. The Department tests for Enterococcus bacteria, which indicate the presence of other potentially harmful bacteria and viruses. The results of these tests are available online and though an email alert system.


Watershed Stewardship Contacts

Steve Williams, Director 285 Beiser Blvd., Suite 102 Dover, DE 19904 302-739-9921
Watershed Assessment and Management 302-739-9939 Shoreline and Waterway Management 302-608-5500 Conservation Programs 302-608-5458
Drainage Program 21309 Berlin


Determining Dredging Priorities

The DNREC Shoreline and Waterway Management Section uses a data-based method to prioritize statewide dredging projects in Delaware’s Inland Bays and along the Delaware Bay coast.

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Shoreline and Waterway Management Section 302-608-5500
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Permit Application for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line

McIntyre Beach, LLC has filed an application for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to remove sand from and regrade the west side of the dune on Lot 8, Ocean Breezes, in Sussex County.


Permit Application for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line

Adam and Jessica Randall have applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC building line to replace the second floor and roof of the dwelling and renovate the interior on Lot 95, Prime Hook Beach.


Permit Application for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line

An application has been submitted for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line for renovation and expansion of an existing dwelling on Lot 3, Block J, in Broadkill Beach.


Permit Application: Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line

Gull’s Nest Homeowners Association has filed an application for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to mechanically scrape sand from the beach to rebuild the dune in Gull’s Nest.


Delaware’s Draft 305(b) and 303(d) Waters Assessment Methodologies and Data Solicitation

DNREC is seeking comments on, and data related to, the Draft Assessment and Listing Methodologies for Delaware’s 2020 Combined Watershed Assessment Report (305(b)) and Determination for the Clean Water Act Section 303(d) List of Waters Needing TMDLs.


Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line

Mr. and Mrs. Rollin Bell have applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to construct a 3rd floor addition and elevator shaft on the west side of the existing dwelling on Lots 17 & 19, Block D, North Indian Beach.


Request for Proposals: Clean Water Act Section 319 Grants

The DNREC Nonpoint Source Program is soliciting proposals for implementation project funding for federal fiscal year 2020 under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act.


Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the DNREC Building Line

Ms. Katherine L. Bishop has applied for a permit to remove sand from the landward side of the dune and relocate it on the Sea Strand property at Unit 20, Block 50, Dewey Beach.


Application for a Permit for Construction Seaward of the Building Line

Anne Fauret and William Gallagheran have applied for a permit for construction seaward of the DNREC Building Line to construct a single family dwelling with a 17.2′ cantilevered deck on Lot 2, Block 7, in South Bethany.


Revised Regulatory Guidance Documents for Public Review

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) Division of Watershed Stewardship Sediment and Stormwater Program has released revised regulatory guidance documents for public review.





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