Lower Sand Creek Fish Habitat Restoration - Phase 1 $25,180

This proposal is for Phase 1 of a multi-year project to increase fish use and preserve biodiversity in lower Sand Creek by restoring fish habitat. Phase 1 involves conducting a fish habitat assessment (Johnston and Slaney, 1996) to determine the extent of habitat disturbance, and creating prescriptions to restore lower Sand Creek to a meandering channel with functional fish habitat. Repairs to existing instream structures and bank revetments installed in 1999 on the Matson property are required to ensure continued functionality. Renegotiation of the riparian zone to stabilize streambanks and provide cover for fish is planned for high priority areas. To increase community awareness of Sand Creek, the local community will be invited to participate in stream stewardship through tours of the site and tree planting.

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