A coalition of tribal leaders, community activists, and environmental advocates aims to restore Tulare Lake, which was drained over a century ago. The proposal includes building a reservoir and wetlands to capture floodwaters and create wildlife habitat. This restoration could provide benefits such as reduced flooding for farms, as well as recreational opportunities for fishing and birdwatching. An engineering proposal has been developed to acquire 24,000 acres of farmland to facilitate the project, though it faces challenges like funding and property acquisition from landowners.
Restoring part of Tulare Lake and its marshes would revive vital habitat for wildlife, providing an area for fishing, birdwatching, and walking along the water's edge.
An engineering proposal calls for acquiring nearly 24,000 acres of farmland near Kettleman City and building levees to contain the new lake and wetlands.
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