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Meeks Bay Ecosystem Restoration (Planning & Design)

Project Number

01.02.01.0072

Action Priority

Restore Priority Meadows, Wetlands, and Lake Tahoe Tributaries

Implementers

U.S. Forest Service - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Primary Contact

Theresa Cody (theresa.cody@usda.gov)

Stage

Planning/Design

Duration

2016 - 2029

Watershed Restoration Program Restore Priority Meadows, Wetlands, and Lake Tahoe Tributaries

The Meeks Bay restoration project involves the planning for the future of the marina, as well as restoration of the Meeks Creek lagoon. The shallow warm waters create a breeding ground for Aquatic Invasive Species. The desired condition is to restore the lagoon to a natural condition while providing a recreation experience which is lighter on the landscape. In addition to current camping and day use recreation opportunities, the desired condition may include facilities and accommodations for motorized and non-motorized boating in Meeks Bay and upgrades to facilities. Phase 1 (planning & design) est. $2 million; Phase 2 (implementation and Hwy 89 bridge replacement) est. $11 million.

Key Accomplishments

Accomplishments to be provided upon completion of project

Threshold Categories

Recreation
Vegetation Preservation
Water Quality
Wildlife

Aerial view of Meeks Bay Marina with diagram

Location

Expenditures

Expenditures by Funding Source to Date: $832,800
(Estimated Cost: $4,000,000)

Lake Tahoe Restoratio... (USFS - LTBMU): $832,800

Photos

Before

Changes in lodgepole pine forest between 1939 and 1992.

Meeks Bay Marina ~1960 prior to construction of the marina.

Project Fact Sheet Data as of 04/19/2024