Galveston Bay Sustainable Oyster Reef Restoration
Implementing Organization
The Nature Conservancy of Texas
Overview
DWH Project Funding
$2,500,000
Known Leveraged Funding
$0
Funding Organization
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Funding Program
NFWF Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund GEBF
Details
Project Category
Environmental
Project Actions
Habitat Restoration and Enhancement
Targeted Resources
Oysters/Reefs
Project Description
This project will restore 40 acres of degraded oyster reef habitat in the upper portion of Galveston Bay using high vertical relief structures and segmented reef complexes. Recent hurricanes devastated these critical oyster grounds which are vital to the Galveston Bay ecosystem. Additionally, this project will create one of the largest oyster sanctuaries in coastal Texas. The 15 acres restricted to harvest will be used to maximize the export of oyster larvae to the nearby 25 acres of commercial reefs created by this investment. The commercially harvestable acres will be restricted from harvest for the first two years after construction to ensure the establishment of a sustainable stock.
Contact
Mark Dumesnil361-687-2208
mark_dumesnil@tnc.org
Project Website
Galveston Bay Foundation, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
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