What About the Fish? Relocation at Steigerwald Lake NWR
The Steigerwald Reconnection Project inovolves realigning Gibbons Creek,
which means it needs to be dewatered. Wondering what happens to all the
fish and other aquatic species already in the Creek? Then this is the blog
post for you!
There and Back Again: A Fish Salvage Story at Steigerwald Lake
TWO successful fish salvage projects on our Portland-Vancouver National
Wildlife Refuges this summer? That’s right! Read on to find out what
biologists and volunteers found at Steigerwald Lake NWR in preparation for
the realignment of Gibbons Creek.
Fall 2021 Project Update: Steigerwald Construction Team Meets Deadline
Get the scoop on all that’s go on during the Summer and Fall at Steigerwald
Lake NWR, including some cool before and after photos!
Steigerwald Reconnection: Gearing up for Year Two
Year two of the Steigerwald reconnection project is off to a great start,
with much more to come throughout the summer.
Contractor Spotlight: Supporting Local Economies Through Restoration
Restoration projects can help support local businesses and economies. Learn
about all the work that local construction company Rotschy Inc. has done to
keep the Steigerwald Lake Reconnection Project rolling.
Diverted No Longer: Reconnecting Gibbons Creek to the Floodplain
The Steigerwald Lake reconnection project continues making great progress,
read on to find out about the removal of the Gibbons Creek water diversion
structure.
Preparing in Partnership: Levee Closure Test Success for the Steigerwald Reconnection Project
Learn about the flood wall structure and its test installation at
Steigerwald Lake NWR. The flood wall is a structure that is
buildable-in-place and meant to protect neighbors and SR14 from very large
flood events.
A ‘Big Year’ for Steigerwald Reconnection: Summer Recap
After a very busy and productive summer, with many significant
accomplishments, it’s getting a little quieter for the Steigerwald
Reconnection Project as we head toward winter—making this an excellent time
to look back at where the project started and where it stands now.
Steigerwald Reconnection: Roadwork Nearly Complete
Traffic disruptions have been far from fun along SR14, but the good news
is, this critical portion of the Steigerwald Reconnection Project is nearly
finished and bringing important flood resilience to the community.
Chicken Creek Phase I: That’s a Wrap!
Phase I of an epic project comes to an end. Wildlife Biologist, Curt Mykut,
recaps the accomplishments of this initial chapter, and previews the
climactic conclusion of the Chicken Creek Restoration Project coming Summer
2020.