Illinois NLRS Program and Project Narratives

This site features NGO partner program and project narratives, searchable by title, date, and categories. These narratives have been reported in the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) annual reports and updates. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of all nutrient loss-related initiatives across Illinois.

The NLRS is a statewide, collaborative effort aimed at reducing the levels of nitrogen and phosphorus entering Illinois waterways. This page specifically highlights NGO-led efforts that have contributed to the strategy since 2023.

  • Greater Egypt Stormwater Management Plan Development: 2019-20 Update

    Dec 1, 2025 12:00 pm by Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Team2023-25 UpdateStormwaterWatershed Based Planning

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    • Stormwater Survey Prize

    Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission has an active role in the development of watershed-based plans in southern Illinois. Two watershed-based plans are currently in development: Western Crab Orchard Creek watershed, a collection of three watersheds encompassing Carbondale and Makanda, and Kinkaid Creek watershed, which includes the area surrounding Kinkaid Lake. More information is available at greateregypt.org/watershed-based-planning/.