Millions of gallons of wastewater go through the Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant in Lorton, and it now gets treated with ultraviolet lights, saving money, wastewater, and wildlife in Pohick Bay. The UV process is a physical disinfection system that generates photons that penetrate microbial DNA to deactivate bacteria and leave it unable to reproduce. This is an improved process from the old chemical (sodium hypochlorite) disinfection system. Continue reading
Reston Association moved forward with its ever-popular Kids’ Trout Fishing Day, Saturday, March 20. Young anglers Will Gandolfo, 5, and brother Nate, 7, of Reston, hopeful and excited to hook a fish, dropped their lines into a deep dark pool of Snakeden Branch stream off Soapstone Drive. Continue reading
A recent demonstration of stream monitoring and fish identification for Virginia Master Naturalist trainees was held at Big Rocky Run, at Eleanor Lawrence Park in Chantilly. Fairfax County’s Stormwater Planning Division, conducted the demonstration, which regularly monitors the species of fish in area streams as a direct measure of stream health. Continue reading
Fairfax Water said it is offering help to its customers struggling to pay their water bills during the coronavirus pandemic. The nonprofit water utility said eligible residents can apply for financial assistance via the COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program by Wednesday, Dec. 30. Continue reading
The Potomac River is 400 miles of beautiful scenery that runs on the east coast starting with Maryland and passing Washington D.C. to its end at the Chesapeake Bay.
Washington Monument surrounded by cherry blossoms
Passing by some of our nation's greatest landmarks including The Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, and the Lincoln Memorial. There are many great recreational areas to enjoy along the way. George Washington was a great admirer of the Potomac River. He worked along the river as a surveyor and his home was on the Potomac River.
The Great Falls are where many visitors gather to enjoy the awesome scenery it provides. The water comes down from the Appalachian Highlands to the sands. Visitors can still see some of the remnants of the C & O Canal which was started with George Washington's vision of connecting the Chesapeake Bay to the Ohio River.
Point Lookout is also widely visited and was home to one of the largest Union POW camps.
The Potomac has much to offer along all 400 miles which include mountains, parks, recreational areas, historic monuments, and homes.
If you're searching for a home or condo in Northern Virginia with a view of the Potomac, contact Nesbitt Realty.
The Capital Beltway crosses the Potomac at Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
Old Town's waterfront lifestyle is sought-after and highly desirable, but it's tough to find an Old Town home with a view of the water. If you want a waterview from you home, check out one of these listings.
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About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
The Potomac River separates Virginia from Maryland and DC and as it makes it way south from Great Falls to the Chesapeake Bay it passes Old Town Alexandria. In days past, Alexandria was a working port filled with transport ships of sail and steam. Today, only rarely to working ships make their way to or even past Alexandria. Today the docks are filled with pleasure craft and the docks are filled with tourists instead of workers.
Fisherman enjoy the amenities on the water while a boater passes
Waterfront
View from Chart House restaurant
Potomac River as seen from Ford’s Landing Park
Alexandria Waterfront
Alexandria Waterfront
The Potomac River separates the Commonwealth of Virginia from the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia.
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Nesbitt Realty can help you buy and sell real estate in Potomac River.
From homes along the Potomac, to homes around Lake Fairfax, there are many homes in Northern Virginia with pleasant and in some cases spectacular views of the water. Below is a list of some of the finest of these homes.
