Reviewed by: Rushing Waters
Nearly 1,400 pounds of trash removed from Huntsville creek
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A crew led by Tennessee Riverkeeper, Orion Amphitheater and Model Environment removed close to 1,400 pounds of trash from Spring Branch in Huntsville last weekend.
The most common trash items found were made from some form of plastic, the most common being polystyrene (“styrofoam”), polyethylene (plastic bottles and shopping bags), and polypropylene (straws).
“Plastic pollution is a local and global issue. Scientific studies have confirmed that microplastics and chemicals related to the plastic industry are found in humans and wildlife. These cleanups are a great short term solution, but we need bigger solutions that prevent this problem from getting worse.”
David Whiteside, Executive Director of Tennessee Riverkeeper
In 2025, Tennessee Riverkeeper removed approximately 11,384 pounds of trash from waterways. To find out about future cleanup efforts and to volunteer, visit their site HERE.
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