Phelps Mill Wetland and Prairie Restoration

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2024 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$974,000
Fund Source
Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund
Recipient
Otter Tail County
Recipient Type
Local/Regional Government
Status
In Progress
Start Date
June 2027
End Date
December 2026
Project Overview

Restoration of 28 acres of prairie and 20 acres of wetland along 3/4 miles of the Otter Tail River.

Project Details
Legal Citation / Subdivision
M.L. 2023, Chp. 60, Art. 2, Sec. 2, Subd. 08r
Appropriation Language

$974,000 the first year is from the trust fund to the commissioner of natural resources for an agreement with Otter Tail County to plan, engineer, and restore wetlands and prairie within the newly expanded Phelps Mill County Park to improve habitat connectivity for wildlife and enhance recreational experiences for users. Up to $322,000 of this appropriation may be used to plan, engineer, and construct a boardwalk, viewing platforms, and soft trails within the park. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2027, by which time the project must be completed and final products delivered.

2024 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$974,000
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

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Measurable Outcome(s)

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Project Manager
First Name
Kevin
Last Name
Fellbaum
Organization Name
Otter Tail County
Street Address
520 Fir Ave W
City
Fergus Falls
State
MN
Zip Code
56537
Phone
(218) 998-8000
Email
kfellbaum@ottertailcounty.gov
Administered By
Administered by
Location

500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone
651-296-6157
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