Functions and responsibilities of the Piermont Conservation Commission

Natural Resources Inventory

Town Forest and Trails: Visit the Recreation Department page for a map

Canoe Campsites: Please visit the Connecticut River Paddlers’ Trail website for more information. The Piermont Conservation Commission directly maintains the Underhill Campsite.

Water Quality Monitoring: Through the Volunteer Lake Assessment Program, along with members of the Lake Tarleton and Armington Lakes Associations, the Conservation Commission monitors the water quality of Lakes Tarleton, Armington, and Katherine for e-coli, phosphorus, clarity, acidity etc.  Water samples get sent to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services for evaluation.

Assist homeowners in DES Permitting Process: To comply with the provisions of the Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act, there are DES forms that must be completed before any construction near public waters, dredging or filling in of wetlands, building of docks or alteration of terrain.  The Conservation Commission can help with completing these forms and help you understand any other permitting requirements.  Residents can get the forms at the Town Clerk’s Office or by clicking here to go the the DES Shoreland Water Quality Protection page.