Cape Cod Conservation District

The Cape Cod Water Resources Restoration Project is a collaborative plan designed to address significant water quality issues on Cape Cod. The plan identifies 98 distinct sites across the region for restoration efforts, specifically targeting fish passages, stormwater discharge points, and tidal-restricted salt marshes. Key actions include the installation of larger culverts to restore salt marshes, the implementation of fish ladders to improve fish passage for migratory species, and the utilization of dry wells and sand filters to treat stormwater runoff. The overarching goal is to enhance environmental health, protect natural resources, and improve the condition of salt marsh, fish passage, and shellfish resources throughout Cape Cod.

The Cape Cod Water Resources Restoration Project is a collaborative plan developed by federal, state, and local agencies to address critical water quality issues across Cape Cod. The plan identifies 98 restoration sites focusing on fish passages, stormwater discharge sites, and tidal-restricted salt marshes. Key actions include improving hydrology in salt marshes through larger culverts, restoring fish passage with fish ladders, and protecting shellfish beds by treating stormwater runoff with dry wells and sand filters, ultimately aiming to enhance aquatic ecosystems and ensure cleaner water resources.