Targeted Sediment Reduction on Fish Creek

The Chequamegon Bay region of Lake Superior contains many healthy ecosystems and abundant recreational opportunities like fishing, hunting, and boating that help support the local economy. However, one of the largest threats to these activities is excessive erosion and sedimentation from streams draining to the lake. Excess sediment covers up habitat for fish, turns crystal clear waters muddy brown, costs money to remove to provide clean drinking water to the area’s residents and visitors, and may contribute to the surprising emergence of blue green algae blooms in parts of Lake Superior.