Preparing in Partnership: Levee Closure Test Success for the Steigerwald Reconnection Project
Learn about the flood wall structure and its test installation at
Steigerwald Lake NWR. The flood wall is a structure that is
buildable-in-place and meant to protect neighbors and SR14 from very large
flood events.
A ‘Big Year’ for Steigerwald Reconnection: Summer Recap
After a very busy and productive summer, with many significant
accomplishments, it’s getting a little quieter for the Steigerwald
Reconnection Project as we head toward winter—making this an excellent time
to look back at where the project started and where it stands now.
Steigerwald Reconnection: Roadwork Nearly Complete
Traffic disruptions have been far from fun along SR14, but the good news
is, this critical portion of the Steigerwald Reconnection Project is nearly
finished and bringing important flood resilience to the community.
Chicken Creek Phase I: That’s a Wrap!
Phase I of an epic project comes to an end. Wildlife Biologist, Curt Mykut,
recaps the accomplishments of this initial chapter, and previews the
climactic conclusion of the Chicken Creek Restoration Project coming Summer
2020.
Steigerwald Floodplain Restoration Breaks Ground
Partners and Supporters of the Steigerwald Floodplain Restoration Project
gathered at the Refuge on Thursday, September 5th, to break ground on this
major partnership effort more than five years in the making.
Steigerwald Reconnection Project: Construction Begins June 1st
Construction of the much-anticipated Steigerwald Reconnection Project
begins on June 1, 2020. Stay informed about project benefits and
disruptions to Refuge access.
Top Alternatives for Outdoor Fun During Steigerwald Lake Closure
Yep, not being able to visit Steigerwald Lake NWR this summer is an
understandable bummer. Good thing there are so many other great nearby
options. The Gorge Refuge Stewards share some of their favorite
alternatives with you.
Steigerwald Reconnection: Tree Salvage
Some trees at Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge will see a new life
as stream and floodplain habitat for fish and wildlife while making way for
a new and improved alignment of Gibbons Creek.
What About the Fish? Relocation at Steigerwald Lake NWR
The Steigerwald Reconnection Project inovolves realigning Gibbons Creek,
which means it needs to be dewatered. Wondering what happens to all the
fish and other aquatic species already in the Creek? Then this is the blog
post for you!
There and Back Again: A Fish Salvage Story at Steigerwald Lake
TWO successful fish salvage projects on our Portland-Vancouver National
Wildlife Refuges this summer? That’s right! Read on to find out what
biologists and volunteers found at Steigerwald Lake NWR in preparation for
the realignment of Gibbons Creek.