JEFFERSON COUNTY LCD: Jefferson Co Phragmites removal and wetland restoration

Sponsor: Jefferson County LWCDProject: Phragmites removal and wetland restorationPurpose: This project aims to develop an Aquatic Plant Management PlanProject activities include: \2022Utilize chemical application to eradicate any reemergence of Phragmites following the controlled burn. First herbicide treatment to take place in fall of 2021.\2022Follow up herbicide treatment for any reemerging Phrag to take place in Aug/Sept 2022.\2022Reseed area where Phrag is eradicated from (if needed) Spring of 2023.Project deliverables: \2022The primary outcome is anticipated to be mortality of any Phrag. Deliverables will include photos of the location post treatment.\2022Establishment of native prairie plants and eradication of invasive Phragmites. Deliverables will include photos of native plants.Special conditions: WDNR Lakes Management Coordinator will be provided with an electronic (pdf or word) copy of all data and maps from the project. This scope summarizes the project detail provided in the application and does not negate tasks/deliverables described therein. Data, records, and reports, including GIS-based maps, and digital images, must be submitted to the Department in a format specified by the regional Lakes Coordinator.

People/Organizations Involved

• Patricia Cicero