Lewis & Clark Riparian Restoration Project

History
The Lewis and Clark River hosts viable runs of wild steelhead, Coho and Chinook Salmon. The lower reaches of the Lewis and Clark River Valley have been home to large cattle and dairy farms for more than a century. Riparian areas in this reach are devoid of significant shrub or tree cover.

Project Description
1500 feet on both sides of the river were fenced for livestock exclusion. The approaches to two historic livestock river fords were reshaped and rocked. Two off-channel watering sites were developed and improved. Native shrubs and trees were planted on both banks of the river covering approximately 1.5 acres..
 

Project Partners
Clatsop Soil and Water Conservation Service
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Landowner
Oregon Wildlife Heritage Foundation
Northwest Abilities, Inc.
Carex Consulting
Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Youngs Bay Watershed Council