Kissimmee River Restoration Project
GPTKB entity
Statements (61)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
organization
|
| gptkbp:area |
Kissimmee Basin
|
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
habitat restoration
water management Everglades_restoration |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
gptkb:South_Florida_Water_Management_District
local communities environmental organizations |
| gptkbp:completed |
2023
|
| gptkbp:established |
gptkb:U.S._Army_Corps_of_Engineers
|
| gptkbp:foundedIn |
1999
|
| gptkbp:goal |
restore_natural_flow_of_the_Kissimmee_River
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Kissimmee River Restoration Project
|
| gptkbp:impact |
improve water quality
enhance wildlife habitat |
| gptkbp:is_funded_by |
federal government
state government |
| gptkbp:isBeneficialFor |
fisheries
local ecosystems recreational users |
| gptkbp:length |
56 miles
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Florida
|
| gptkbp:result |
community engagement
educational programs cultural heritage preservation improved air quality increased biodiversity increased property values sustainable land use practices climate resilience increased tourism improved community resilience partnerships with universities increased public awareness strengthened community ties restoration of historical sites scientific research opportunities increased volunteer opportunities community health benefits increased collaboration among stakeholders monitoring of wildlife populations improved drainage systems enhanced water storage reduced flooding restoration of native plant species increased funding for conservation efforts enhanced landscape aesthetics enhanced public access to waterways enhanced recreational fishing enhanced scientific understanding of ecosystems improved educational outreach programs improved floodplain connectivity improved recreational opportunities improved water management practices reduction of invasive species restored historical hydrology |
| gptkbp:status |
ongoing monitoring
successfully completed phases |
| gptkbp:technique |
reconnection of floodplain
removal of levees creation of wetlands |