NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Southeast Michigan Resilience Fund
Project Title: Restoring Riparian Habitat and Connectivity to the Shiawassee River by Removing Mill Pond Dam (MI)
Organization:
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Project ID:
2008.21.071026
Description:

Remove the failing Davisburg Mill Pond Dam to restore the natural stream channel and adjacent wetlands. Project will improve river connectivity, reduce sedimentation, and provide critical habitat for species including the Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake and Blanding's turtle.

Award Amount:
$218314.00
Location:
Springfield Township, Oakland County, Michigan