Habitat Restoration & Protection Database
Project Details
Lieutenant River Marshes Phragmites Control
Project Name
Lieutenant River Marshes Phragmites Control
City/Town/Village
Old Lyme
Site Name
Lieutenant River
Waterbody
Connecticut River
Habitat View
| Habitat | Acres | Miles | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| TOTAL | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Degradation Description
The invasive Common Reed (Phragmites australis) has established itself on the marshes along the Lieutenant River and has formed dense stands of a near-monoculture. Other species of plants had been out-competed by Phragmites and were nearly eliminated from the marsh system.
Cause of Degradation
Draining / Mosquito Ditching
Restoration Technique
Mowing / mulching
Project Partners
Completed