SWWD and its partners have begun restoration of Trout Brook. The centerpiece of the restoration will be a re-meandered channel and floodplain creation within the Afton Alps property. The channel will rerouted from its current, straightened alignment back to its historical location. Construction of Phase I and II has been completed.
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Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Afton Alps Trout Brook Stream Restoration-Phase III
The South Washington Watershed District (SWWD) proposes to continue the ecological and hydraulic restoration of Trout Brook through Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton State Park in cooperation with Great River Greening (GRG), the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and Vail Resorts Management Company (Vail). The Phase III Trout Brook Stream Restoration Project will include remeandering portions of the channel, reconnecting the stream with its natural floodplain, and installing rock and woody riffles to enhance trout habitat and reduce incision, erosion, and sedimentation. One culvert will be replaced to allow for longitudinal
connectivity.
EAW Press Release 2-10-2022