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    Stream Habitat Improvement

    The placement of artificial habitat structures can often enhance stream reaches that lack naturally occurring habitat features.

    Habitat improvement installed along the streambank of Spruce Creek

    Fish habitat improvement projects contribute to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's mission of providing fishing and boating opportunities through the protection and management of aquatic resources.

    Lack of natural habitat can be the result of many situations, including stream channelization, poor agricultural practices, inadequate stormwater management and disturbance to the riparian zones bordering the stream.

     

    Standard Drawings of Habitat Structures

    View habitat structure drawing booklet (PDF).
    This booklet details 41 stream habitat improvement structures that are recommended for improving fish habitat and also bank stabilization to improve water quality.

    Individual Structure Drawings Available for Print-on-Demand:

     Riparian Buffers