Habitat Restoration & Protection Database
Project Details
Duck Pond Tidal Flow Restoration
Project Name
Duck Pond Tidal Flow Restoration
City/Town/Village
Old Lyme
Site Name
Duck Pond
Waterbody
Duck Pond
Duck River
Habitat View
| Habitat | Acres | Miles | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshwater Wetlands | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Tidal Wetlands | 5.40 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Riverine Migratory Corridors | 0.00 | 0.30 | 0.00 |
| TOTAL | 5.40 | 0.30 | 0.00 |
Degradation Description
A berm at the upstream end of the culvert in the Duck River under Library Lane blocked tidal flow, and reduced fish passage. The pond was historically used as an ice pond and was a water source for fire suppression efforts. The berm caused the water to stagnate and led to high levels of mosquito breeding.
Cause of Degradation
Berm/Dike/Levee
Tidal Flow Restricted
Restoration Technique
Berm/Dike/Levee Removal
Fish Passage Project
Tidal Flow Restoration
Project Partners
Partners Organization
Duck Pond Association
Partners Organization
Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
Partners Organization
Town of Old Lyme
Completed