Corps of Engineers sets session about Mississippi River ecosystem project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will host a public open house on Tuesday, April 30, to discuss plans for Phase II of an ecosystem restoration project in Lower Pool 13 of the Mississippi River.
The event is scheduled from 5-7 p.m. at Eagle Point Lodge, 4101 N. 3rd St., Clinton.
The Lower Pool 13 Phase II Habitat Rehabilitation and Enhancement Project area includes a 4,000-acre wetland complex with shallow lakes, emergent vegetation, managed moist soil areas, and braided channels surrounded by degrading riparian timber. The project boundaries lie within the Green Island Wildlife Management Area which is managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
During the open house, a team of subject matter experts will provide an overview of the project and cover potential options for restoration and enhancement of the area. The public is invited to provide feedback and engage in discussion about the project. After the presentation, representatives from the partnering agencies will be available to answer questions and gather input from the community.
For more information, visit here. For more information about the public meeting, contact the Rock Island District at 309-794-5729 or email cemvr-cc@usace.army.mil.
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