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	The Blackstone River Coalition (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Blackstone River watershed stretches from the brooks that form its headwaters in Worcester, Massachusetts, to its mouth in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
		The Blackstone is a river of national significance, as evidenced by the designations of the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, an American Heritage River and Urban River Restoration Initiative Pilot.
		The Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor is composed of 24 cities and towns on 454 square miles of land in the Blackstone River watershed.
	zaptheblackstone.org /inner/whywehere/whywehere.htm (861 words)

	The Blackstone River
		The main tributaries of the Blackstone are Kettle Brook and the Quinsigamond, Mumford, and West rivers in Massachusetts; and the Mill, Peters, and Branch rivers in Rhode Island.
		The water quality of the Blackstone River continues to be affected by sewage discharges, combined sewer overflows, urban and agricultural runoff, and leaching from active and abandoned landfills.
		In 1986, the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor was established by Congress to preserve and interpret the significant historic and cultural lands, waterways, and structures within the valley.
	seagrant.gso.uri.edu /factsheets/blackstone_river.html (1408 words)

	Blackstone Gorge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Running from Blackstone Massachusetts into North Smithfield Rhode Island, the Blackstone Gorge is one of the few sections of the Blackstone River that remains in its natural condition.
		Along the rest of its course, the banks of the Blackstone were substantially altered during the nineteenth century by the construction of mills, dams and the Blackstone Canal.
		This stretch of the Blackstone is one of the few in Rhode Island with rapids for white water canoeing.
	www.woonsocket.org /gorge.html (238 words)

	Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
		Created by an act of Congress in 1986, the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor is a special kind of park designed to preserve the industrial history of the Blackstone River Valley.
		A sleepy farming and milling area in colonial days, the Blackstone River Valley was transformed into one of the the nineteenth century's great industrial areas.
		In Woonsocket, the focus of the corridor is on the changes which resulted from the industrialization of the Blackstone River Valley.
	www.woonsocket.org /blackstone.htm (390 words)

	River Curriculum Guide (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Blackstone River Monument, a small public fountain that celebrates and tells about the Blackstone River and the Blackstone River watershed, is an operational model of the river, designed to provide educational play experiences for the children at the Blanchard Early Childhood Center in North Uxbridge.
		The monument is about half a mile from the Blackstone River and former Blackstone Canal, in a city that owes its existence to the Industrial Revolution that began in America on the Blackstone River.
		The Blackstone River and its tributaries once were mighty torrents fed by the melting glacier, carrying away clay, sand, and stone, leaving the valley as we know it.
	world.std.com /~brd/river.guide.txt.html (4255 words)

	Blackstone River AMC Guide excerpt . . . (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The river below the right hand dam winds for 1.75 miles with quickwater around sharp corners to MA 16, just above which there is a mill on thr right side.
		The Blackstone river meanders for the next 2 miles past the mouth of the West River (6 mi.) to the MA 122 bridge (7.25 mi.).
		You cna begin a trip on the Branch River along RI 146A in North Smithfield, RI, to avoid the Gorge.Below the Gorge the outflow from the hyfroelectric diversion returns to the flstone on the left.
	www.gweep.net /~dibble/blackstone.html (477 words)

	BLACKSTONE RIVER CANAL SOUTH LETTERBOX
		In 2005, a new bridge was constructed over the Blackstone River on the old railroad piers and runs 0.9 miles from Blackstone SP to the old Lonsdale Drive-In.
		You now get to cross the Blackstone River along the new 6 span bridge that was built using the existing piers from the old railroad trestle over the Pratt Dam.
		This is where the Blackstone River is dammed and diverted for the Canal.
	www.geocities.com /haalck@snet.net/blackstone_river_canal_south_let.htm (934 words)

	Barrett, John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
		Public Law 99-647 established the Blackstone Corridor to preserve and interpret, for the educational and inspirational benefit of future generations, the unique and significant contributions to our national heritage of historic and cultural lands, waterways and structures within the Blackstone River Valley in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
		The Blackstone Valley exemplifies a seamless system of local, state and federal efforts where people are working on a regional scale to maintain historical integrity by developing integrated protection and economic development strategies to enhance their quality of life and quality of resources.
		River Bend Farm Interpretive Center: A dairy farm in Worcester County, MA restored as an interpretive center and outdoor recreation center, total cost of project $468,000, with Heritage Corridor funding of approximately $143, 000.
	www.doi.gov /ocl/2002/s2033.htm (1154 words)

	RI DEM/Blackstone River Watershed Partnerships Index Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Urban areas are concentrated along the Blackstone River and its major tributaries, a reminder of the area's industrial past and its reliance on water-power for energy.
		Because of this, a piece of the river located in Woonsocket has been designated a National Heritage Corridor, which is a type of national park which recognizes an area because of its unique and significant value.
		Another portion of the Blackstone River watershed is being preserved for the development of the Blackstone River Bikeway, a 17.1 mile scenic bike path that will stretch from the Lincoln-Cumberland line to the Massachusetts border and follow the Blackstone River.
	www.dem.ri.gov /programs/bpoladm/stratpp/partnership/blacksto (265 words)

	Monument to a River (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The monument is a simulation and operational model of the nearby Blackstone River, and its canal is a living laboratory demonstrating principles of technology and science.
		Simulating the river's source, a vertical fountain of water "springs" from an upper basin and flows down a curved "riverbed" to an "estuary," represented by a lower basin.
		With our Blackstone River Monument, we are well into our second decade of transforming the play ground into a place where interactive learning happens everywhere and environmental education is part of the culture.
	world.std.com /~brd/river.gt.html (1531 words)

	River Tour Blackstone Valley - Blackstone River Tours, Environmental and Educational Programs in Rhode Island and ...
		The condition of the natural environment of Blackstone River and the attitude of the people of the Blackstone Valley who share in the industrial heritage of the river have come a long way in recent years.
		The Blackstone Valley Explorer is a 49-passenger riverboat, the only one of its kind on the Blackstone River.
		Explore the river that was once called America’s Hardest Working River and discover the river’s ecosystem as you learn about the river’s industrialized past, the river’s restoration, and what we are doing to help the river live again.
	www.rivertourblackstone.com (468 words)

	Bedandbreakfastblackstone.com: bed and breakfasts, b&b, lodging, hotels, motels, traveling, Blackstone Valley Rhode ...
		As a millennium project, the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council commissioned the Samuel Slater, a British built canal boat that's the area's new centerpiece for interpreting the heritage, culture, environment, and recreation of the Blackstone River Valley.
		The Blackstone Canal linked Worcester, Mass., and Providence, RI, and was used to transport goods and passengers during the early stages of the region's manufacturing growth.
		Despite the urbanization, this section of the Blackstone River is one of the most scenic as it opens almost immediately to the north into a marsh area that's a haven for abundant wildlife.
	www.bedandbreakfastblackstone.com (430 words)

	Worcester -- Britannica Student Encyclopedia
		On the Blackstone River midway between Boston and Springfield, Worcester is the seat of Worcester County.
		It is an upland region, the principal streams being the Nashua, Blackstone, Quinebaug, and French rivers.
		The largest is the Connecticut River, which flows southward through the state in a valley from 2 to 20 miles (3 to 32 kilometers) wide.
	www.britannica.com /ebi/article-9277791 (752 words)

	Blackstone River Valley - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Blackstone Valley or Blackstone River Valley is a region of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
		John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
		http://www.nps.gov/blac/discover/history.htm Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Blackstone_River_Valley (97 words)

	Tour Blackstone - Blackstone Valley Rhode Island Tourism, Visitor and Travel Information from the BV Tourism Council.
		The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, are working together to determine damage and costs caused by the October rains.
		Encompassing nine cities and towns and 241 square miles in size, it is part of the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, a unit of the National Park Service.
		Rich in culture, history and recreational activities, the Blackstone River Valley is undergoing a major rebirth, and at the heart of that revitalization, just as it was during the Industrial Revolution, is the Blackstone River.
	www.tourblackstone.com (399 words)

	The Call - News - 10/04/2003 - Huge spill fouls Blackstone River
		The spill forced the Blackstone River Valley Tourism Council (BRVTC) to cancel all river-related activities this weekend, including two days of canal boat tours celebrating the 175th anniversary of the opening of the historic Blackstone canal.
		According to Billington, the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council made the decision Friday to cancel all weekend canal boat and river tours, which were expected to bring out 200 to 250 people.
		The Blackstone River is an important natural, recreational, and cultural resource to both Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
	www.woonsocketcall.com /site/news.cfm?newsid=10268533&BRD=1712&PAG=461&dept_id=24361&rfi=6 (1405 words)

	Dragon Boat Races Coming
		In addition to the Dragon Boats, the Blackstone River Valley has four other boats that BVTC operates along portions of the Blackstone River and nearby waterways that are part of the Blackstone American Heritage River System.
		Originally, during the expansion of the American Industrial Revolution, begun in the Blackstone River Valley in the late 18th century, the Blackstone River was transformed from 1828-1848 as the prime transportation route connecting the farms and factories inland from Worcester, MA southeasterly to the ports of Providence, RI, situated at the head of Narragansett Bay.
		Today, the Blackstone River and its adjoining waterways, enjoy being “a river of cultural diversity” as it showcases how history, recreation and celebrating ethnicity have all influenced the future in the region.
	riroads.com /news/20040911dragon.htm (921 words)

	Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor (National Park Service)
		The Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor is a special type of national park.
		It is a region of nearly 400,000 acres located within Worcester County in central Massachusetts and Providence County in northern Rhode Island.
		The National Corridor was designated by an Act of Congress on November 10, 1986 to preserve and interpret for present and future generations the unique and significant value of the Blackstone Valley.
	www.nps.gov /blac (174 words)

	Decade of research shows major improvement in Blackstone River
		Upper Blackstone and Woonsocket - have made great advances in cleaning up their effluent, they remain the largest sources of several pollutants in the river.
		During the late summer and early fall, the Upper Blackstone facility is the largest source of nitrate and phosphorous to the river.
		The Woonsocket facility is the river’s largest source of ammonia, though the river is much larger in Woonsocket so the dilution rate is higher.
	advance.uri.edu /pacer/march2003/story2.htm (767 words)

	The Call - News - 10/03/2003 - Sewage spill hits Blackstone River (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The sewage was discharged into the river just south of Worcester from the Upper Blackstone Water Pollution Abatement District wastewater treatment facility, located at the head of the river.
		Estimates are that up to 1 million gallons of untreated sewage were released into the Blackstone River from 3 to 4 p.m.
		According to DEM, factors such as dilution and die-off of bacteria in the sewage as it travels down the river could minimize harmful effects, such as elevated bacteria levels in the Blackstone River and upper Narragansett Bay.
	www.zwire.com /site/news.cfm?newsid=10262447&BRD=1712&PAG=461&dept_id=478996&rfi=6 (326 words)

	Blackstone Heritage State Park
		The Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park recalls the role of canals in transporting raw materials and manufactured goods between emerging industrial centers.
		This park is operated in conjunction with the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor which extends from Worcester to Providence, Rhode Island.
		Inspired by the success of the Erie Canal (begun in 1817) and spurred by the expansion of textile manufacturing along the Blackstone River in the early 19th century, the Blackstone Canal was built to link Central Massachusetts to the Atlantic via Providence, RI.
	www.mass.gov /dcr/parks/central/blst.htm (496 words)

	Blackstone River Bikeway makes headway (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		It's been talked about for years, and construction is still years away, but the wheels are turning to create the Blackstone River Bikeway.
		All of this is good news for Blackstone Valley cyclists in need of a safe commuting route to Worcester or recreational riders looking to escape automobile traffic.
		But if the Blackstone River Bikeway is properly built and used, it will be a pleasant alternative to busy Route 122 and a real asset to the region.
	www.ltolman.org /93arch/94605.htm (617 words)

	Blackstone River -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Blackstone River -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
		In August 1955, severe flooding on the Blackstone caused extensive damage to (additional info and facts about Woonsocket, Rhode Island) Woonsocket, Rhode Island; where the river is usually 70 feet (21 m) wide it swelled to over 1 mile (1.6 km) wide.
		Much of this flooding was caused by excessive (The falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist)) precipitation that occurred as a slow moving (additional info and facts about tropical cyclone) tropical cyclone moved over the area.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/b/bl/blackstone_river.htm (157 words)

	Map of Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
		Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.
		Vast central plain, mountains in west, hills and low mountains in east; rugged mountains and broad river valleys in Alaska; rugged, volcanic topography in Hawaii.
		This map illustrates the location of the Black Canyon of The Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Visitor Center (?) and its proximity to the Museum of Work and Culture, Harris Hall, Corridor Commission Office, and the World War II State Park.
	www.pickatrail.com /sun/b/america/visitor_center/blackstone_river_valley.html (247 words)

	BLACKSTONE RIVER NORTH LETTERBOX
		You’ll cross over the Blackstone River and the parking lot will be on your right, where the trail passes through.
		A fl fence separates you from the tracks on one side, with the river on your left.
		Continuing down the trail, you cross over the Blackstone River on a new bridge parallel to the railroad bridge.
	www.geocities.com /haalck@snet.net/blackstone_river_north_letterbox.htm (647 words)

	Blackstone River Bikeway taking shape (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The 26-mile Blackstone River Bikeway continues to take shape, at least on paper.
		Detailed maps of the proposed route, from Worcester to Blackstone, are on display at River Bend Farm, Oak Street, Uxbridge.
		For example, the bikeway could be on Route 122, or it could be a separate, paved path alongside the Blackstone Canal, or a path next to the Providence and Worcester Railroad tracks.
	www.ltolman.org /93arch/50596.htm (623 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Blackstone River Valley is a 50-mile corridor located in between Worcester, Massachusetts, and Providence, Rhode Island.
		The Blackstone Valley's "claim to fame" is its rich historical background dating back to the Industrial Revolution.
		A Water-Quality History of the Blackstone River, Massachusetts, USA: Implications for Central and Eastern European Rivers: Ecology, Environment, Water Resources.
	www.millbury.k12.ma.us /~hs/rte146/history.html (280 words)

	Blackstone River Bikeway: About the Bikeway
		The Blackstone River Bikeway will ultimately extend forty-eight miles from Providence, RI to Worcester, MA.
		This bi-state linear park along the Blackstone River will connect New England's second and third largest cities serving a population of more than 1 million.
		The Blackstone River Bikeway is closed at Martin St. in Lincoln, RI.
	www.blackstoneriverbikeway.com /about.php (360 words)

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