Project Details Print to PDF

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

Supporting Agencies

California Department of Transportation, U.S. Forest Service - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Primary Contact

Theresa Cody (theresa.cody@usda.gov)

Stage

Planning/Design

Duration

2016 - 2029

Total Project Cost

$4,000,000

Funding Request

$830,000

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.

Targeted Performance Measures

Acres of Habitat Restored or Enhanced
Acres of SEZ Restored or Enhanced
Acres Treated for Invasive Species
Facilities Improved or Created

Threshold Categories

Recreation
Vegetation Preservation
Water Quality
Wildlife

Aerial view of Meeks Bay Marina with diagram

Location

Targeted Funding

Secured Funding: Caltrans (Caltrans), $2,000,000

Secured Funding: Lake Tahoe Restoratio... (USFS - LTBMU), $1,170,000

Targeted Funding: Unknown or Unassigned, $830,000

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 05/15/2024