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Watershed Plan Announcements
The Nichol Run and Pond Branch Watershed Management Plan was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on Jan. 25, 2011.
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Description
The Nichol Run and Pond Branch watersheds are located in the
northernmost part of Fairfax County and drain to the Potomac River, the
source of drinking water for many residents.
Major Streams and Tributaries
Nichol Run: Major tributaries include Jefferson Branch and Harkney
Branch as well as some unnamed streams. Several small streams that drain
directly to the Potomac have been included in the Nichol Run Watershed
for planning purposes.
Pond Branch: This watershed is made up of three smaller watersheds. Pond
Branch itself is in the northernmost portion of the watershed. Clarks
Branch is to the south and east, and Mine Run is to the south of that and
meets the Potomac River at the upstream end of Great Falls.
Watershed Size
16.1 square miles, total
- Nichol Run: 7.7 square miles
- Pond Branch: 8.4 square miles
Unique Features
River Bend Park and most of Great Falls Park are in the Pond Branch
watershed.
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