The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (Forest Service) is developing a plan to restore Meeks Creek to a more natural condition, while continuing to support sustainable recreation opportunities.
Project Goal
- Restore a functioning stream and lagoon ecosystem
- Control & eradicate aquatic invasive species
- Enhance fish and wildlife habitat
- Provide sustainable recreation opportunities and access
- Improve educational and interpretive opportunities
- Restore habitat for Tahoe yellow cress, Lahontan cutthroat trout, and species of value to the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California
Project Area
The proposed Meeks Bay Restoration Project area is approximately 68 acres and historically included a stream channel, wetland, lagoon, and barrier beach habitat.
The release of the final environmental document and draft decision for the restoration of Meeks Bay represents a culmination of our efforts to consider public input and revise the decision to reflect the best path forward for this beloved area,” said Forest Supervisor, Erick Walker. “The objection period provides one more opportunity for those who previously commented to submit their concerns before moving forward with implementation.”
Get Involved
If you wish to submit an objection, you can do so here. For more information on the project, visit this website.