LANDOWNERS

The Teton Watershed is ranked as one of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem’s highest conservation priorities. It supports extensive wetlands and riparian habitats that are considered strongholds for many at-risk fish and wildlife species.  The Teton Watershed is also a desirable place to live with recent land use changes and encroaching development having a significant impact on some of the most ecologically important habitats: riparian corridors.

Landowners living or owning land in a stream corridor are tasked with the additional responsibility of taking care of these ecologically important habitats for the benefit of people, fish, and wildlife.

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This guide was developed for private landowners in response to increasing development pressure threatening riparian corridors in the Upper Teton River Watershed.

 

  • This guide starts with a case study on stream alteration and restoration;

 

  • Provides background information on the structure and function of stream corridors;

 

  • Explains flood maps and permitting requirements;

 

  • Includes action steps for private landowners; and

 

  • Lists local resources and incentives available.