The Shell Rock River Watershed District crossed another key hurdle with the execution of the Phase I Engineering Agreement for the Fountain Lake Restoration Project. On March 14, 2013, the District confirmed Barr Engineering as the lead engineers in completing a restoration road map for Fountain Lake.
St. Paul, MN – The Senate Environment, Economic Development and Agriculture Division heard loud and clear that city, business and community leaders support efforts to restore Fountain Lake. Funding for the Fountain Lake Restoration project is in HF271/SF200; providing $7.5 million for the clean up and removal of sediment from Fountain Lake.
Read more: Local Support Heard at Senate Hearing for Fountain Lake Restoration Project
Albert Lea Lake Management and Invasive Species Control Project Information Sheet
One of the Shell Rock River Watershed District’s projects passed a major hurdle Friday.
Lessard Sams Outdoor Heritage Fund
Shell Rock River Headwaters Restoration Project – H-10
The Shell Rock River Watershed District (SRRWD) proposes to acquire fee title to 257 acres of land that encompasses the headwaters of the Shell Rock River. The SRRWD has secured an option to purchase this property, which includes both banks of the first 1.4 miles of the headwaters of the Shell Rock River, the Juglans dam at the outlet of Albert Lea Lake and Juglans Woods, a unique combination of upland and lowland forest and abundant aquatic and waterfowl habitat. This property is a top priority for protection by the Department of Natural Resources and is supported by Freeborn County and multiple local organizations.