A proposed recreational and educational amenity unlike anything in the metro Atlanta region.
Nested between Jonesboro and Lovejoy lie thousands of acres owned by the Clayton County Water Authority (CCWA) that have the potential to become a recreational and educational amenity unlike anything in the metro Atlanta region.
This land is no longer needed for wastewater treatment, leading to CCWA’s vision of opening it up for visitors to enjoy while continuing to protect this important drinking water supply watershed.
CCWA created the Huie Nature Preserve Foundation to lead an effort to offer visitors a new way to experience the beauty of nature while learning and playing. Our vision is to transform portions of the land for group camping, archery, disc golf, outdoor classrooms, open space and nature trails that will connect to the Melvin L. Newman Wetlands Center. The Foundation seeks community partners and funding to bring the Huie Nature Preserve to life for Clayton County residents and visitors throughout metro Atlanta.
From its inception in 1955, CCWA has been dedicated to protecting the environment while providing quality water and quality services to our community.
The creation of the Huie Nature Preserve Foundation builds on CCWA’s history of innovation offering visitors a new way to experience the beauty of nature while playing and learning. We are excited about bringing this vision to life.
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Latest Happenings
Check out some videos and photos that show how the Huie Nature Preserve is being developed.
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Plan and Vision
Developing a nature preserve is like building a state park. Obviously, it can’t be done quickly. We’ve got multiple phases to go through, from fundraising to development to ribbon cutting.
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Board Updates
We’ve created a board for the Huie Nature Preserve Foundation that includes CCWA board members, CCWA staff, and invested members of the community. Click here to view board meeting minutes.
Make a Donation
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we rely on the support of our community to make a project like this come to life.
“The Clayton County Water Authority’s vision for a free-play and science-based play area…adds another opportunity to continue the learning process...”
Dr. Morcease J. Beasley, Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools