Maryland's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP)

Maryland's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP), published on August 23, 2019, is designed to be locally-driven, achievable, and balanced. Nitrogen is the primary focus in the plan because Maryland is well on track to meet its 2025 phosphorus and sediment goals.

Implementation of the Phase III WIP strategy by local partners is imperative to Maryland achieving its Chesapeake Bay cleanup goals. This implementation is guided by an adaptive management process that incorporates the latest knowledge and builds on lessons learned. 

Learn more about what happens next for WIP implementation​.

Maryland's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP): FINAL

 

Maryland's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan

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Executive Summary

Main Report

Appendix A: Comprehensive Local, Regional and Federal Engagement Strategies and Commitments

Appendix B: Source Sector Reports

Appendix C: Local Area Sector Goals

Appendix D: Conservation Plus (Land Policy BMPs) and Protection

Appendix E: Department of Defense: Maryland Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan

Appendix F: ​ Development of State-Basin Targets, County-wide Sector Goals and Impaired Bay Segment Targeting

​Appendix G: Phase III WIP Air Deposition Strategy

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