Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge

Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge, located on Delaware Bay’s Western shore, was severely degraded due to sea-level rise, storms, and anthropogenic pressures. These issues led to over 1,600 hectares of freshwater marsh and 240 hectares of riparian forest impacted or lost. This project restored habitat, nourished shorelines, and increased resiliency of the refuge. The project, led by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, closed large breaches in the refuge using dredged material, improved circulation of salinity and sediment, and created a network of 37 kilometers of historic tidal channels. This project increased birding-related tourism and protects nearby properties from flooding.