NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Southwestern Rivers
Project Title: Vegetative Restoration of Blue Springs (NM)
Organization:
Carlsbad Soil and Water Conservation District
Project ID:
2504.22.074164
Description:

Remove invasive salt cedar and Russian olive trees in and around the riparian area of Blue Springs and mesquite in adjacent upland areas. Project will enhance soil, water, vegetation and wildlife habitat along the springs and wetlands.

Award Amount:
$222220.55
Location:
Blue Springs is located in the Chihuahuan Desert in Eddy county in southeastern New Mexico. The spring is the most perennial source of surface water flow into Black River.