Restore the natural hydrologic conditions of 2.6 miles of the North Branch Oconto River through the removal of the remnants of three mill dams and the replacement of two road stream crossings. Project will result in an improvement in water quality, water temperatures and physical habitat throughout and beyond the restored reach of river improving aquatic ecosystem resiliency and habitat conditions for coldwater species, including native brook trout.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Five Star and Nature Restoration Trust
Project Title: North Branch Oconto River Coldwater Habitat Restoration (WI)
Organization:
Trout Unlimited, Inc.
Project ID:
1301.17.055637
Description:
Award Amount:
$34886.80
Location:
Upper portion of North Branch Oconto River in Wabeno, Wisconsin