What is a story map?

Story maps combine maps with text, images, and multimedia content on the web.

Dive into the history of the District!

Learn all about the District by exploring this story map! You will see stories from the long history of the District, from water improvement projects, to partnerships, to how the District and watershed has weathered the storm of the century. Click the picture or the link below to get started.

Beginning of story map showing 9 Mile Creek

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Explore the District’s Capital Improvement Projects!

This story map explains the motives and environmental benefits behind each of the projects completed since the formation of the Watershed District in 1959.

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Check out the District’s Parks!

Want to explore the greenspaces near you? Use our Parks and Trails story map to help you get started. This story map has information about our district parks and their amenities as well as fun facts about District projects in the area!

photo clip of an interactive trails map which zooms in on park locations to talk about amenities and show pictures
Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Parks and Trails Map

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