This federal Project Grant award, provided by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5 under the Geographic Programs - Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (CFDA 66.469), will fund Cleveland Metroparks to administer a project to modify an existing fish barrier and replace it with a rock ramp or similar solution. This will improve fish passage and stream and riparian habitat and resiliency within the Cuyahoga River Area of Concern (AOC). Key activities include site assessment, selection, design, and installation of an effective fish passage alternative, installation of interpretive signage, and at least one public tour of the site. The anticipated deliverables include a quality assurance project plan, completed design and engineering plans and permits, removal of a fish passage barrier, reconnection of 5 miles of Wood Creek to Tinker's Creek, at least 20 feet of restored fish habitat, and interpretive signage. The $500,000 award is effective from September 1, 2024 through December 31, 2030 and aims to contribute to the removal of the degradation of fish populations beneficial use impairment (BUI) for the Cuyahoga River AOC and create a more climate-resilient stream.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $450.0k | 9/27/24 |