Purpose
This project restores trout habitat in the West Branch of the White River to sustain populations by providing shelter, feeding and spawning habitat, reduces bank erosion and removes old structures enabling natural stream flow reconnected to its floodplain.
Project final deliverables include: 1,749 feet of stream restoration and 2,535 feet of improved fisher access by December 31st, 2023
Specific project activities include: 1) Install 6 brush bundle complexes 2) Install 4 log sills 3) Install 1 weir 4) remove or modify 10 old habitat structures 5) Improve fisher access along 2,535 feet of riparian corridor
Special Conditions: 1) Send DNR Water Quality staff before and after photos of structures, streambank erosion and brush bundle installation and riparian corridor restoration. Report annual updates on project progress and a final report to the DNR Water Quality and EGS staff by December 31st, 2023
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 Water Quality Biologist.
If consultant is to provide final report, it is recommended that Grantee provide DNR Water Quality Biologist with a draft for comment on report adequacy prior to making final payment to the consultant. DNR to receive both paper and electronic .pdf copies of the final report along with, or prior to submission of grantee's final payment request.
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River Protection Grant
RM08621
2021
Complete
Final Report of the West Branch White River Restoration at Younglove Easement Project
Grant Awarded
Grant RM08621 awarded