Marina Technical Advisory Program
Marinas and the Environment
There are approximately 1000 marinas and 230,000 boaters in the tidal
waters of Virginia that share in the scenic beauty, economic benefits
and general use of Virginia's waterways. This extensive interaction
between users and natural resources increases the potential for negative
impacts to water quality from nonpoint sources of pollution. Marina
operators can prevent and reduce these potential impacts through a
series of best management practices (BMPs). Virginia
Clean Marina Program
For information, contact:
Anne Smith
VIMS Marine Advisory Services
P.O. Box 1346
Rt. 1208 Greate Road
Gloucester Pt, VA 23062
804-684-7768
Related Links
Recycling
Coordinators for Virginia
Virginia Department
of Health Marina Program
