News - Mobile Bay National Estuary Program

Old Becomes New Again in Alabama's Inshore Reef System

Mar 24, 2023

The Nature Conservancy teamed up with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR), Mobile County, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, the University of South Alabama and Alabama Gulf Seafood to repurpose material from the shoreline protection project that was deployed in 2011 in Mobile Bay in the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Phase 3 of Three Mile Creek Watershed Restoration Project Set to Begin

Mar 16, 2023

The City of Mobile will begin work on the first phase of the Three Mile Creek Watershed Restoration project on March 27. This roughly 10-month project will stabilize the existing conditions in Twelve Mile Creek from Museum Drive to University Blvd. to reduce sedimentation, improve water quality and help to protect the area’s marine water resources for future generations.

Operation Clean Sweep

Mar 15, 2023

Mark your calendars for the west Mobile County #OperationCleanSweep, where Mobile County residents can dispose of unwanted items for free. Rid your home of unwanted appliances, computers, printers, household items, yard debris, and more.

Brookley by the Bay Plan Released

Mar 14, 2023

The final plan presents a collective vision for Brookley by the Bay, guided by input from community members, local stakeholder organizations, and project partners. The park will be an integral part of Mobile’s continued growth, provide waterfront access to its residents, and showcase some of the city’s most cherished natural resources.

Commissioner Chris Blankenship Named Distinguished Alumni at USA

Mar 11, 2023

Commissioner Christopher M. Blankenship was recognized by the University of South Alabama Alumni Association as one of seven recipients of the Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards. These awards celebrate achievements of remarkable alumni and friends, publicly recognizing these inspiring individuals at a gala event each spring.

Notice to Contractors: Deer River Shoreline and Marsh Restoration Project

Mar 10, 2023

RFQs and RFPs, Western Shore

Sealed proposals will be received by Mobile Bay National Estuary Program (MBNEP), Attention Roberta Swann, 118 North Royal St. Suite 601, Mobile, AL 36602 until April 7, 2023, at 2:00 PM (CDT), for: Deer River Shoreline and Marsh Restoration Project, Theodore, Mobile County, Alabama.