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A small but significant parcel of land along the eastern shore of the Tenny River in Raymond has been conserved by the Loon Echo Land Trust, with help from Portland-area businesses, a big step in preserving clean water for southern Maine residents.
The 25 acres of forest in the conservation easement runs along the bank of the mile-long river that connects Crescent Lake and Panther Pond. That easement, along with 28 acres conserved six years ago, is crucial to the water quality of Sebago Lake, the primary water supply for the Portland Water District.
The district provides water to about 16% of Maine s population, and the watershed the area where snowmelt, rain and other bodies of water that contribute to the water supply covers more than 50 miles and 24 towns.