Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District

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Cooper Spring

Cooper Spring, a public water supply, has had a host of volunteers involved in maintaining this property. The public is seen at the spring daily availing itself of this natural resource. The Robertson family have faithfully enhanced the aesthetics of the site, done water testing, crafted and assisted in erecting a new sign. Their many hours of volunteer help will be greatly missed. Stephen Jack and Record Lumber Building Supply have donated labor and materials for the sign and its concrete foundation. Consistently many visiting their support by placing a donation in the green metal container.  Your support is greatly appreciated and been used to defray monthly water testing and periodical maintenance tasks. Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors and Staff thank you.

Monthly, the water is tested for coliform bacteria. Annually, it is tested for nitrates and nitrites. The results are reported to the Maine Drinking Water Program at the Department of Health and Human Services.

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Cooper Spring provides a great natural resource used by many in the course of the year.  Volunteers can have a role in preserving this asset.  Easy steps would be picking up any litter as you come to collect spring water, collecting feces from pets to prevent groundwater contamination and being considerate of others who also enjoy the spring.

The Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District appreciates the volunteer(s) that have continually weed wacked and/or mowed the Cooper Spring property.  The donations received for the water testing and maintenance costs have relieved the financial burden.  We do thank all of you participating in this effort.

More volunteer opportunites exist.  Call Michele or Jane at the Conservation District if you can help at 207-743-5789 ext 101.

  • Monthly chlorination of the outlet pipe and water testing is needed
  • In the past some have spruced the area up with adding flowering plants
  • Picking up litter left behind
  • Painting signs and wellhead is needed
  • Donations for the cost of water testing and maintenance

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The Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District is a Non-Profit Organization all proceeds from our fundraising efforts are used to promote conservation and the wise use of our natural resources. The Oxford County SWCD is an equal opportunity provider and employer.