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Grimes Creek and Granite Creek Restoration Projects

November 22nd, 2011 No comments

 

The Southwest Idaho RAC funded a project to improve water quality and habitat on Grimes and Granite Creeks. Many miles of both creeks are lined with mine tailings from past dredging operations.  The tailings have impinged the creek and limit riparian vegetation.  Grimes and Granite Creeks are listed on the Clean Water Act 303(d) list for temperature and sediment.  This project addresses both of these impairments through Read more…

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