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The rivers and stream of Lowell helped to shape not just the city's geography, but its ecology and economy as well. Lowell is a city built on waterpower, harnessing the river's potentional to the fullest. In doing this, the larger watershed of the Merrimack River was disrupted.
Rivers and Streams
The Merrimack and Concord rivers are important to the city's history and ecology, and are essential parts of Lowell's identity. 
Watersheds
The Merrimack River Valley relies on a healthy watershed to replenish its water supply. |
Last updated: September 26, 2020