Habitat Restoration & Protection Database
Project Details
Camp Harkness Tidal Wetland Restoration
Project Name
Camp Harkness Tidal Wetland Restoration
City/Town/Village
Waterford
Site Name
Camp Harkness
Waterbody
Alewife Cove
Habitat View
| Habitat | Acres | Miles | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tidal Wetlands | 4.20 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| TOTAL | 4.20 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Degradation Description
Insufficient tidal flow through a culvert under one of the Camp's roads led to dense stands of tall Phragmites.
Cause of Degradation
Culvert Undersized
Invasive Species - vegetation
Restoration Technique
Creek/Channel Cleaning
Debris Removal
Invasive Species Control - Vegetation
Phragmites Control
Tidal Flow Restoration
Project Partners
Partners Organization
Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection - Wildlife Division
Partners Organization
Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection - Office of Long Island Sound Programs
Partners Organization
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Partners Organization
Connecticut Department of Developmental Services
Completed