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Project T-33-D1

Project Title: Raccoon Creek Restoration and Reconnection

Community and/or Species Focus:

 Fish, Mussels, Rivers, Wetlands

Goals/Objectives:
  1. Return populations of fish and mussels to Raccoon Creek through reconnection to Pecatonica and Rock Rivers and a nearby lake and wetland
Achievements:
  1. ​Restoration was complete, which restored quality habitat for native species
  2. Fish species in the stream increased by 100%

Post-Project Survey (if applicable): n/a

Project Period: 2007 - 2009

Principle Investigator(s):

 Jerry Paulson (Natural Land Institute) 

Final Report:
T-33-D1​​