Delaware Wetlands - DNREC
WEBA “wetland” is an area of land that is wet during the growing season. A true wetland has three characteristics: wetland plants, wetland soils, and evidence of water at or near the surface. Wetlands cover nearly 25 percent of Delaware; there are both tidal and non-tidal wetlands in the First State.
Topic: Wetlands - DNREC
WEBDownload the Discovering Wetlands guide and the Delaware Wetlands Fact Sheet. Read about how wetlands purify water, provide habitat, and protect us from flooding. Learn about the status of Delaware wetlands and trends in wetland health. Visit a wetland by taking advantage of the Eco Explorers program or other wetlands field trip opportunities
State Regulated Wetlands Map Index - DNREC
WEBTo determine if you have state-regulated tidal wetlands on your property, browse or search the index map to find and download maps of state-regulated wetlands.
Getting to Know Wetlands | DNREC: Environmental Perspectives
WEBAlmost anywhere you stand in Delaware puts you within one mile of a wetland. About 80% of wetlands are located on private property. There are various incentive programs to help landowners restore and protect wetland areas. The Chesapeake Bay Program also offers information for agricultural landowners on wetland restoration.
New Delaware wetland protections introduced. Here’s what to …
WEBJun 10, 2024 · Conserving and restoring wetlands has been a major goal for environmentalists in Delaware. Healthy wetlands can filter stormwater runoff and harmful bacteria, as well as acting as a barrier...
Delaware Tracks State's Wetlands | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
WEBDelaware’s latest study noted non-tidal wetland differences due to a wide variety of causes, including deforestation, development, and agriculture. Tidal wetlands primarily changed from vegetated wetland to mudflats or open water, which may indicate the effect of sea level rise and saltwater intrusion.
WEBDelaware Wetlands Fact Sheet. Wetlands are part of the foundation of our nation’s water supply and are vital to the health of our communities. Wetlands feed into rivers, lakes and streams, reduce flooding, recharge groundwater supplies, remove pollution and provide fish and wildlife habitat.
Staying Above Water with Floating Wetlands - WMAP Blog - State of Delaware
WEB4 days ago · The Wetland Monitoring and Assessment Program’s (WMAP) goal is to assess the health of wetlands and the functions and ecosystem benefits that they provide. We use this information to inform the citizens of Delaware and to improve upon existing education, restoration, protection, and land use planning efforts.
DNREC Inland Bays Wetland Strategy Details Restoration Plans for ...
WEBApr 11, 2022 · The Inland Bays Wetland Restoration Strategy plan contains a comprehensive overview of major issues faced by wetlands and submerged aquatic vegetation, such as sea level rise and invasive species, in the Inland Bays and the diverse tactics that can be used to address the problems.
What are Freshwater Wetlands and Who Lives In Them?
WEBWhat are freshwater wetlands and why are they important? What unique plants and wildlife live in freshwater wetlands? 15 percent of Delaware’s landscape is unprotected wetland! Uncover how together we can help conserve our freshwater wetlands.
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