The Chicago Wilderness consortium believes that natural areas make communities more attractive, provide recreational areas, improve air and water quality, and reduce the hazards of flooding. This document is a guide to local governments and developers on how to protect and enhance nature when planning and designing new development and… Continue reading
This document presents information on the Mud Creek subwatershed and flooding, soil erosion and sedimentation, sand/gravel deposits, chemicals,and crop residue and debris in the river and stream were listed as the main issues seen in the analysis. There are specific goals and objectives presented that would help with these problems… Continue reading
Panther Creek is a subwatershed of Mackinaw river and they hope to have better management of agricultural practices, restore wetlands, stabilize stream banks, restore natural plants, and control storm water runoff. They have presented objectives and goals that they will hope to accomplish to protect the water quality. Panther Creek… Continue reading
The Upper Mackinaw River Subwatershed wants to improve storm water run off, reduce levels of chemical runoff, and to increase awareness and participation in water management practices. It is found in an area with lots of agriculture, so one of the main focuses is on restoring wetlands and biological diversity… Continue reading
