Restoring Euer Valley
Euer Valley contains the headwaters of the South Fork of Prosser Creek within the Truckee River watershed and is enjoyed for its abundant recreational opportunities year-round, breath taking views, and its rich geologic history. Within the Prosser Basin watershed, there has been some 150 years of significant disturbance to the canyon, including logging, dirt road building, and current trails which has affected the hydrology and degraded the creek.
The project area was historically used for grazing and timber harvest resulting in degradation of creek banks, narrowing of surface water flows, and increased sediment into the main channel. In the last 50 years, recreation has become the dominant land use in the area. Now, the area is out of its natural ecological balance. We’re going to restore it.
Euer Valley looking west (photo credits Brian Huttonlocher)
Clean Water and a Sustainable Ecosystem for All
Replacing an old, failing culvert with a 150-foot bridge over the South Prosser Creek to allow the creek flow naturally again across the meadow and provide sustainable access for recreation.
Improve aquatic habitat conditions and water quality
Restoring the creek: making improvements along a half mile stretch of the South Prosser Creek to improve habitat for fish and other wildlife.
Provide sustainable recreational access
Adding a boardwalk: A 512-foot boardwalk will replace damaged trails, protecting the meadow and making it easier for everyone to enjoy.
Improve drainage along one mile of degraded roadway
Fixing the road along South Euer Valley Road to prevent erosion and keep the road in good shape.
Where it all happens
1.5 miles northwest of the terminus of Alder Creek Road in Truckee, California
Fast Facts
Location: 1.5 miles northwest of the terminus of Alder Creek Road in Truckee, California
Scale: 30 acres of meadow and stream habitat
Schedule: Implementation starts in 2025
Budget: $2,493,000
Partners: Tahoe Donner Association
Timeline
Dig deeper
For more information on assessments, monitoring, plans reports, and general information on the Euer Valley restoration project, explore this resources section.