On February 24, 2026 Region 1 finalized a settlement with Grafton & Upton Railroad Company, Inc. resolving alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act related to the unpermitted filling of wetlands and other waters of the U.S. on property in Hopedale, MA. The settlement requires 5.83 acres of wetland restoration and approximately 1,500 linear feet of stream restoration, as well as installation of erosion controls. In addition, respondents will pay a civil penalty of $27,000. The Region coordinated with OECA, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, and the Corps on this matter.