Project Titles:

• Replace Upper Goose Pen Water Control Structure (FFS #R3GQ)
• Replace Deteriorated C2 to M2 Structure (FFS #R3GR)

State: Michigan

Project Description: The Seney National Wildlife Refuge in Michigan will receive funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to repair and replace two large water control structures on the refuge. One of these structures, known as the goose pen, was originally built in 1941 and has been repaired numerous times over the decades. The structure has reached a point where patching and repairs are no longer a viable option, and the entire structure must be replaced.

The funding will also be used to replace an additional water control structure on the refuge in order to safely and effectively manage water levels to create optimum wildlife habitat. These, and other, water control structures allow the refuge to manage water flows in order to provide optimal feeding, nesting and resting areas for migrating waterbirds and other wildlife.

For additional information about Seney National Wildlife Refuge, visit the Seney NWR website.

News Release: Secretary Salazar Announces $1.5 Million for Infrastructure Repairs and Habitat Restoration at Seney National Wildlife Refuge

Originally posted 08/10/2009