Tons of logs and gravel later, second phase of Lagunitas Creek habitat restoration complete - Local News Matters

Marin Water announced the completion of the second season of the Lagunitas Creek Watershed Enhancement Project, aimed at restoring habitats for Coho salmon and other protected aquatic species. This phase involved adding over 270 logs and 11,000 tons of gravel to recreate natural conditions that support salmon spawning and rearing. So far, crews have completed about half of the planned improvement sites, allowing for significant progress in habitat restoration. The Leo T. Cronin Fish Viewing Area parking lot has reopened, just in time for visitors to observe the Coho salmon run.

Ultimately, the project will restore 4,550 feet of creek channel between Peters Dam and Samuel P. Taylor State Park. The work is conducted seasonally to prevent disruption to salmon spawning runs. Marin Water collaborates with state and federal agencies to ensure the project's success. These restoration efforts are crucial for enhancing the ecological health of the watershed and supporting endangered species.