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Remediation and Restoration Projects for the River Raisin AOC

 
Project TitleProject DescriptionDate CompletedTargeted BUI(s)
GLLA Sediment Remediation Project—Phase IIRemediated ~26,400 cubic yards of sediment contaminated with PCBs and 1.45 acres of TSCA level NAPL contamination.2016
  • Restrictions on Fish & Wildlife Consumption
  • Bird or Animal Deformities or Reproduction Problems
  • Restrictions on Dredging Activities
  • Degradation of Benthos
Fish Passage Restoration ProjectTotal of eight projects - two complete removals, four rock arch ramps, one bypass channel, one mill race enhancement to reconnected lower 23 mi. of river for fish passage and recreation2013
  • Degradation of Fish & Wildlife Populations
  • Loss of Fish & Wildlife Habitat
GLLA Sediment Remediation Project—Phase IRemediated ~106,000 cubic yards of PCB contaminated sediment.2013
  • Restrictions on Fish & Wildlife Consumption
  • Bird or Animal Deformities or Reproduction Problems
  • Restrictions on Dredging Activities
  • Degradation of Benthos
Sterling Island Habitat RestorationReduced erosion to an in-stream island, providing habitat for fish and wildlife2012
  • Loss of Fish & Wildlife Habitat
  • Degradation of Fish & Wildlife Populations
Sterling State Park ProjectsRecreated 18 acres of marsh and 32 acres of lakeplain prairie habitat. Marsh water control equipment installed and removed invasive species. 2012
  • Loss of Fish & Wildlife Habitat
  • Degradation of Fish & Wildlife Populations

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Last updated on April 16, 2026
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