Charleston’s ‘River Proud Program’ is an initiative of the Charleston Stormwater Department to recognize the citizens of Charleston who take action to reduce stormwater runoff and pollution by successfully managing stormwater on their property.
Charleston West Virginia is nestled at the convergence of two beautiful rivers, the Elk and the Kanawha. These rivers provide the city with a precious natural resource that many parts of the United States and the World are devoid of. These rivers are the pride of our city!
What constitutes a River Proud home, property or business? There are many ways to show your pride in our waterways and earn the designation of River Proud. Below are just a few.
Green Infrastructure 
Indigenous Planting 
Rainwater Harvesting 
Planting Trees 
Disconnecting Downspouts 
Going Biodegradable 
Respect for your Environment 
Trash Cleanup