C O O L W A T E R S T R E A M S I N I T I A T I V E A I M S
T O P R O T E C T , E N H A N C E W A T E R S
Nebraska has tremendous water resources in more than 2,100 rivers, streams
and creeks. Approximately 4,600 miles of the rivers, streams and creeks in
Nebraska can be classified as supporting aquatic communities dependent on cold
or cool water thermal conditions. These communities include fish, and associated
vertebrate and invertebrate organisms and plants. The Cool Water Streams
Initiative was created to provide unique angling opportunities, promote recovery
of at-risk species, and provide natural habitat for aquatic and terrestrial species.
A collaborative and innovative approach with partners including the Nebraska
Department of Environmental Quality and the Natural Resources Conservation
Service has been undertaken to complete a Management Plan to protect and
enhance the integrity of these cool water streams. The initiative's primary goal is to
demonstrate how the integration of wise stewardship practices within watersheds
and riparian zones, combined with site-specific, in-stream enhancements provide
long-term benefits to landowners and sensitive aquatic communities. Funding has
been provided by the Nebraska Environmental Trust.
SOLDIER
CREEK
NEAR
FORT
ROBINSON
STATE
PARK
14 Nebraska Game and Parks Commission • 2015 Annual Report
