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Whiskey Back Barrier

Project Mission: To increase the longevity of the previously restored and natural portions of the island by increasing the island's width. Approximately 300 acres of intertidal, back barrier marsh will be created by semi-confined disposal and placement of dredged material. The dredged material is expected to come from a sediment source near the island. A minimum of six 1-acre tidal ponds and 10,000 feet of tidal creeks will be constructed. The area will be planted with smooth cordgrass ( Spartina alterniflora ), a native marsh plant valued for its ability to colonize and protect fragile marsh soil. Another CWPPRA restoration project, Whiskey Island Restoration (TE-27) - which included dredging and placement of dredge material, vegetative planting, and sand fencing - was completed in June 2000.

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

Whisky Island Back Barrier Marsh Creation Project Area Map project area map of Whiskey Island Back Barrier Marsh

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