Murphy Middle Prairie

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$117,000
Fund Source
Outdoor Heritage Fund
Recipient
Three Rivers Park District
Status
In Progress
Start Date
February 2014
End Date
June 2017
Counties Affected
Scott
Scott
Project Overview
The Murphy Middle Prairie is the last large piece of the Murphy Hanrehan Prairie complex. The 90 acre restoration, 80 of prairie and 10 of savanna will bring the system to over 300 acres with associated wetlands. The existing oldfield will be restored mesic prairie with a diversity of native grasses and forbs. The oak savanna will be cleared of woody invasives and dead wood. The existing horse and hiking trails will be realigned to act as firebreaks. The diverse forb component of the prairie will benefit a number of native pollinator species.
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$117,000
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