The primary objectives of this initiative are to repair and enhance the habitat along storm drains in klamath falls that feed into lake ewauna supporting returning salmon and benefiting ecological and…

The primary objectives of this initiative are to repair and enhance the habitat along storm drains in klamath falls that feed into lake ewauna supporting returning salmon and benefiting ecological and economic interests. Over time these drainage swales have accumulated fine sediment and invasive species impairing their effectiveness. We plan to reform the channels remove encroaching vegetation and sediment and eliminate hazardous nonnative trees. Additionally we will plant native vegetation restoring the area for community enjoyment and wildlife as outlined in goal 3 of the DOI 2026 through 2030 draft strategic plan specifically supporting objective 3.3 restore lands and waters. Our approach also aligns with goal 1 of the DOI draft strategic plan by ensuring that environmental restoration complements economic development and enhances community prosperity as well as objective 2.2 streamlining restoration efforts that serve public infrastructure. Furthermore we aim to collaborate with local stakeholders aligning with goal 4 of the DOI plan emphasizing public private partnerships to ensuring responsiveness to community needs. This project adheres to the fish and wildlife act of 1956 and the partners for fish and wildlife act fostering a collaborative approach to conservation and responsible natural resource management for american agriculture.