Restore American shad and improve ecological function to the Brandywine River through the removal of two fish passage barriers, restoration of ten acres of impounded habitat, and development of fish passage designs at two other dams. Project will build on previous success to reduce water levels that lead to flooding and help reduce risk to public safety while increasing in aquatic habitat diversity and water quality.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Delaware River Restoration Fund
Project Title: Restoration of American Shad and Fish Passage on the Brandywine River (DE)
Organization:
Brandywine Shad 2020
Project ID:
0403.21.072327
Description:
Award Amount:
$445000.00
Location:
New Castle County, Delaware