Project Database

Draffen Branch Free-Span Bridge

Year: 2008

Project Categories: Fish, wildlife and plant conservation, Land and water protection, Stream Stewardship Trust Fund Projects

Committed MCHF Funds: $30,000

Counties: Cooper

Region: Ozarks

Partners: Cooper County Commission, Missouri Department of Conservation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Fish Passage Contribution

Description:

Stream Stewarship Trust funds in the amount of $30,000 were provided to construct a free-span bridge and remove a low-water crossing on Sandband Drive across Draffen branch (Moniteau Creek tributary) in Cooper County.  The crossing removal will improve passage for aquatic life including the Topeka Shiner.