Habitat View
| Habitat | Acres | Miles | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverine Migratory Corridors | 1.50 | 0.00 | |
| TOTAL | 0.00 | 1.50 | 0.00 |
Habitat Restoration & Protection Database
Project Details
Low Dam Fishway
Project Name
Low Dam Fishway
City/Town/Village
Weston
Site Name
Un-named Dam (Low Family)
Waterbody
Saugatuck River
Degradation Description
A privately owned, low-head (approximately 3’ high) dam in the Saugatuck River prevented migratory and resident fish from freely moving up and downstream.
Cause of Degradation
Dam blocks fish passage
Restoration Technique
Fish Passage Device-new
Fish Passage Project
Project Partners
Partners Organization
The Nature Conservancy - Connecticut Chapter
Partners Organization
Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection - Inland Fisheries Division
Partners Organization
Private Landowners
Partners Organization
Trout Unlimited - Nutmeg Chapter
Partners Organization
Saugatuck River Watershed Partnership
Completed