Dog Island Acquisition

Summary

The Matagorda Bay Foundation (MBF) will aquire 1,000 acres of mixed coastal habitat in Matagorda Bay. MBF will engage in engineering and design of infrastructure to support wildlife viewing, youth and adult education, research, and paddle sports. This acquisition will conserve Dog Island's resources, prevent habitat fragmentation, maintain connectivity, and sustain the biodiversity of native and migratory species that rely on the 8-mile long wildlife corridor.

Basics

Matagorda
N/A
The Matagorda Bay Foundation
$371,116

Classification

  • Federal
Acquisition/Conservation Easement

Timeline

completed
2024

Funding Sources

Source 1

Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA)
Primary
Federal
$371,116
26
2021

Contacts

Responsibility
Matagorda Bay Foundation
Contact
William A Balboa Project Manager 361.781.2171 Email
Responsibility
General Land Office
Contact
Coastal Resources 800.998.4456 512.475.0773