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Extensive vegetation coverage like this inhibits angler access.
c. Other Projects for Consideration.
• Maintenance of projects completed from past plans [1
st
Aquatic Habit Plan (1997),
2
nd
Aquatic Habitat Plan (2008), Angler Access Program (2010)] will be eligible for
funding.
• Additional projects, not listed in this plan, will be considered for funding upon
request and approval by the Fisheries Division administrator and the director of the
Game and Parks Commission. This allows for some flexibility to consider funding
projects which align with the goals of the Aquatic Habitat Program. Projects of
particular interest are cool-water streams and community and urban waters. It is
estimated that cool water streams represent less than 28% of all stream miles in
Nebraska. It is a priority to complete restoration projects on these streams when
opportunities are available. Some projects are identified in this plan (i.e. Elm Creek,
Long Pine Creek, Minnechaduza Creek, Bordeaux Creek) and consideration will be
given for those projects on streams identified in the Cool Water Stream
Management Plan (2016). Urban and community waters will continue to be an
important aspect of the Aquatic Habitat Program since they are a key element in the
Game and Park's R3 efforts. The program manager, who oversees this program, will
develop projects with cities throughout the state which have a desire to make
