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 - 2030

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, and restoration of the Meeks Creek lagoon. The shallow warm waters of the marina 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, the project includes upgrades to current camping and day use recreation facilities and opportunities. 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: $1,062,800
(Estimated Cost: $9,000,000)

Lake Tahoe Restoratio... (USFS - LTBMU): $1,052,800

U.S. Forest Service (USFS - LTBMU): $10,000

Photos

Before

Changes in lodgepole pine forest between 1939 and 1992.

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

Learn more at restoretahoe.org

Project Fact Sheet Data as of 06/20/2026