Priority Actions for Shingle Creek Subwatershed (Table 66).
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Priority Timeframe | Action | Estimated Effectiveness of Practice (up to) | Estimated Magnitude in Watershed | Implementation Cost |
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High | Identify and map potential bacteria hotspots | Staff time | ||
ID and upgrade all non-compliant SSTS near surface water resources | ID process complete | Watershed District, Cities, County | ||
Improve upland/field surface runoff controls | Identify areas in need of riparian buffers; install/enhance 15-25 foot buffers where practical | Year 2: identify high priority areas; Year 10: 20% of buffers completed | Watershed District, Cities, Soil and Water Conservation District | |
Pet waste management | Provide outreach and education materials to residents regarding appropriate pet waste management | Increased public awareness | Watershed District, Cities, Soil and Water Conservation District | |
Ordinance enforcement | Ongoing | Watershed District, Cities | ||
New/emerging technologies | Follow new and emerging technologies (e.g. biochar, etc.) | Install 2 projects/devices aimed to reduce E. coli | Watershed District, Cities |