Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Department of Conservation and Recreation
While forecasts, flood maps and emergency plans are important tools, communicating the real-life impacts of flooding in our communities is equally critical. That's why DCR encourages residents to use the Flood Story web viewer - a simple but powerful way to help build a safer, more informed Commonwealth. READ MORE
DCR's Office of Public Safety and Law Enforcement achieves reaccreditation from Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission READ MORE
A globally rare wildflower thrives at Bald Knob, now open to the public. READ MORE
On May 11, community leaders, engineers and state officials gathered at Blue Ridge Shores in Louisa County to recognize Dam Safety Awareness Day and celebrate a major milestone for the rehabilitation of the Louisa Lake Dam spillway. READ MORE
A project to protect a global biodiversity hotspot and restore longleaf pine moves forward near South Quay Sandhills Natural Area Preserve. READ MORE
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is proud to announce that Virginia State Parks has been named a 2026 Top Virginia Employer for Interns by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. READ MORE
Shoreline restoration, an accessible boat launch and land conservation projects are among top winners. READ MORE
When heavy rain hits, flooding can happen fast. A street turns into a stream. A parking lot fills up. Water reaches homes and businesses far from any river or coastline. For years, many Virginians have dealt with this kind of flooding without clear maps to show where the risk exists. Now, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is changing that. READ MORE
If you're a Virginia farmer with a small cattle herd - between 20 and 49 head - there's great news for you. The Small Herd Initiative is still available, and it's designed to give your operation a major boost. READ MORE
For 38 years, taxpayers have directly supported outdoor recreation, natural area projects. READ MORE
