Water

Owens Creek is an important stream for both resident cutthroat trout and cutthroat migrating upstream from larger rivers like the Willamette. On the McFadden property, the Council installed riparian fencing, removed invasive blackberry, and planted native trees and shrubs along 1/3 mile of Owens Creek. We also established 2 off-stream watering stations for livestock and … Read more

Restored fish passage and provided access to over 3/4 mile of stream habitat for cutthroat trout and other native aquatic species by replacing an undersized culvert with a stream-simulation pipe arch culvert. Click here to see before and after photos. Date Implementation Complete: September 2010 Funding & Partners: Bureau of Land Management Cost: $82,796