How Lafayette cleaned up its act — and the Vermilion River, too
Nearly 40 years into an effort to clean up America’s most polluted river, Lafayette is rebuilding its relationship with Bayou Vermilion.
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Take Me to the River
How Lafayette is rebuilding its relationship with the Bayou Vermilion
How clean is the Bayou Vermilion?
Organizations have worked to make the river cleaner. But how safe is the Vermilion? Well, when was the last time it rained?
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Want to protect the Vermilion? Clean up your dog poop.
Several initiatives have shown promise in improving water quality. But major investments and more personal responsibility among locals are needed.
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Lafayette turns back to the bayou
With millions in public and private investment on tap, Lafayette looks to be banking on the Bayou Vermilion as a cultural asset.
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