Lower Dungeness River

A 1960s-era levee on the Dungeness River resulted in a straighter channel, increased water velocities, reduced habitat, and a decline in the effectiveness of the levee. This project removed part of the old levee, built a setback levee, and relocated a road bisecting the floodplain. This project reconnected the lower Dungeness River to 71 hectares of historical channels and floodplain, and improved habitat for bird and fish species, including 4 species of endangered and economically important salmon. The project improved recreation opportunities for activities such as hiking, birdwatching and biking, and reduces local flood risk.