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What Is Watershed Planning?
EEP uses watershed planning to identify the best locations to implement stream, wetland and riparian buffer restoration. The planning process considers where mitigation is needed and how our mitigation efforts might contribute to the improvement of water and habitat quality in the state. Watershed planning requires GIS data analysis, stakeholder involvement, water quality and habitat monitoring and consideration of local land uses and ordinances. It is a multidimensional process which considers science, policy and partnership.
River Basin Restoration Priorities
River Basin Restoration Priorities are plans that EEP develops to identify priorities for the protection and enhancement of water quality, fisheries, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities and preventing floods. EEP uses the priorities to guide its stream, wetland, and riparian restoration and protection activities in the state’s 17 major river basins. Priorities are identified as Targeted Local Watersheds (TLWs). TLWs are watersheds at the 14-digit hydrologic unit scale that receive priority for EEP planning and restoration project funds.
Local Watershed Planning
Local Watershed Planning is conducted in specific priority areas (typically one or more TLWs) where EEP and the local community have identified a need to address critical watershed issues. Through this planning process, EEP collaborates with local stakeholders and resource professionals to identify projects and management strategies to restore, enhance and protect local watershed resources.
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