MB6.3 South River West Open to Shellfishing
In accordance with Chapter 130, Section 74A of the Massachusetts General Laws, the Division of Marine Fisheries has re-examined the waters of South River West (MB6.3) in the towns of Marshfield and Scituate, classified as “CONDITIONALLY APPROVED” and in the “Closed to Shellfishing” status based on seasonal water quality changes and NSSP wastewater treatment plant guidelines. As a result, of this examination, the Division has determined that the area now meets the established criteria for the harvest of shellfish and has changed the status to “Open to Shellfishing” as of sunrise, on March 1, 2025.
Please see the below notification from the Division of Marine Fisheries.