Conduct environmental DNA (eDNA) and Bank Erosion Hazard Index (BEHI) analyses and implement streambank stabilization and riparian enhancement within the Upper Locust Fork subwatershed. Project will provide baseline data for species distribution, help prioritize restoration efforts and enhance aquatic habitat at a landowner demonstration site to benefit state and federally protected species, including the Black Warrior waterdog and flattened musk turtle.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Southeast Aquatics
Project Title: Assessment and Restoration in the Upper Locust Fork Subwatershed (AL)
Organization:
The Nature Conservancy
Project ID:
1906.23.078071
Description:
Award Amount:
$250000.00
Location:
Upper Locust Fork subwatershed (HUC10) within Blount County, Alabama, and includes a small portion of western Etowah County. Project encompasses the cities of Snead, Susan Moore, Altoona, Blountsville, Cleveland, Oneonta, Locust Fork, Allgood, Highland Lake and Remlap.