DEC Plans Major Dredging Project in Cayuga Inlet for Flood Control
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What happened
The Department of Environmental Conservation plans a major dredging project in Cayuga Inlet and Old Cayuga Inlet to restore floodwater space and improve navigation. The project involves removing up to 206,043 cubic yards of sediment and pumping it to an upland facility for dewatering and storage. DEC expects the dredging to begin in 2027, having already issued the necessary permits and certifications.
From fingerlakes1.com
Why it matters
The dredging addresses how accumulated sediment has reduced the channel's ability to carry floodwater and its navigation capacity. This infrastructure work is intended to improve flood protection and accommodate various uses in Cayuga Inlet, such as boating and park access.
From fingerlakes1.com
Who's involved
- DECThe Department of Environmental Conservation, which plans the dredging activities in Cayuga Inlet.
- Cayuga InletThe river in Tompkins County, New York, where the dredging activities are planned.
- New YorkThe state of New York, which legally mandates and directs the Department of Environmental Conservation.