National Capital Parks-East - Rivers and Streams

The Potomac and Anacostia Rivers dominate the water resources of National Capital Parks-East (NACE). These two rivers are fed by numerous smaller streams throughout NACE. Named streams include Fort Dupont Stream, Watts Branch, Oxon Run, Deep Creek, Still Creek, Accokeek Creek, and Piscataway Creek. Additionally, in Piscataway Park alone, at least 14 unnamed streams drain into the Potomac River. These rivers and streams in turn support many species of fish, crustaceans, mollusks and aquatic plants.