The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources received a $350,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Geographic Programs - Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (CFDA 66.469) program. The grant will fund the design and planning to convert a 12-acre open water pond to a 4-acre pond and approximately 2,500 feet of stream in Duluth, Minnesota. Key project activities include preliminary engineering, field investigation, design, permitting, and community engagement. The anticipated deliverables include engineering plans, a solicitation package to support construction contracting, and acquisition of necessary permits and access agreements. Once implemented, the project will restore 2.8 miles of upstream connectivity and 12 acres of historical floodplain wetlands and natural stream channel, benefiting the residents, recreators, and workers in the city of Duluth. The grant award date is July 15, 2025, with a targeted completion date of December 31, 2027.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $350.0k | 7/11/25 |