Document Library
The Lewis Creek Association, in association with partner organizations, including the Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative and the LaPlatte Watershed Partnership, produces a variety of reports and maps, which are accessible below. You can filter the list by documents type or project using the controls in the sidebar. Click a document to view or download it.
'Phase 2 Stream Geomorphic Assessment High Knob Brook Watershed', Milone and McBroom, Inc, February 2009
April 11, 2012
Habitat assessments for select Upper and Middle Watershed reaches of the Lewis Creek are provided in a Lewis Creek habitat assessment report for Starksboro.
2010 Water Quality Supplement McCabe’s Brook Watershed
May 24, 2011
2010 Data in Context and Pilot Flow Study
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan
November 16, 2011
2011 management recommendations for the Thorp Kimball confluence area in Town Farm Bay, Charlotte Vermont.
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix A
November 16, 2011
Frogbit Natural History Log
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix Ba
November 16, 2011
Curly Leaf Pondweed Factsheet
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix Bb
November 16, 2011
Eurasian Water Milfoil Factsheet
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix Bc
November 16, 2011
Flowering Rush Factsheet
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix Bd
November 16, 2011
Purple Loosestrife Factsheet
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix Be
November 16, 2011
Yellow Flag Iris Factsheet
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix F
November 16, 2011
Frogbit Daily Collection Log
2011 European Frogbit Removal Management Plan Appendix G
November 16, 2011
Frogbit Season Record Form
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report
November 16, 2011
2011 year three study of frogbit removal methods and long term management recommendations in Town Farm Bay, Charlotte.
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix A
November 16, 2011
Frogbit Daily Collection Log
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix B
November 16, 2011
Frogbit Management Zones Map
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix C
November 16, 2011
Annual Frogbit Removal Results
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix D
November 16, 2011
Summary of Percent Cover Surveys
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix Fa
November 16, 2011
Sept 2011 News Article
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix Fb
November 16, 2011
June 2011 News Article
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix G
November 16, 2011
July 14th Survey of Shelburne Bay
2011 European Frogbit Removal Project Final Report Appendix H
November 16, 2011
Photos of Field Work
ACRWC Lemon Fair River - 2011 Water Quality Summary
March 6, 2012
Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative's Lemon Fair River Summary Report for town outreach.
ACRWC Lewis Creek - 2011 Water Quality Summary
March 6, 2012
Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative's Lewis Creek Summary Report for town outreach.
ACRWC Little Otter Creek - 2011 Water Quality Summary
March 6, 2012
Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative's Little Otter Creek Summary Report for town outreach.
ACRWC Middlebury River - 2011 Water Quality Summary
March 6, 2012
Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative's Middlebury River Summary Report for town outreach.
ACRWC New Haven River - 2011 Water Quality Summary
March 6, 2012
Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative's New Haven River Summary Report for town outreach.
ACRWC Otter Creek - 2011 Water Quality Summary
March 6, 2012
Addison County Riverwatch Collaborative's Otter Creek Summary Report for town outreach.
ACRWC Sampling Plan 2010
November 19, 2010
WQ Sampling Plan for Lemon, Little Otter, Middlebury, Lewis, Otter- parameters and locations
ACRWC Water Quality Monitoring Map
February 27, 2011
Water Quality Monitoring by sites by watershed, 2010.
Aquatic Natural Communities Map (47MB)
April 6, 2012
Overview of the Lewis Creek watersheds seven natural community types that are characterized by distinct fish and macroinvertebrate assemblages, water temperature and channel size and gradient.
View the web version of the map (4MB) here.
Conservation Blueprint for the Lewis Creek Active River Area in Vermont, TNC 2010
January 30, 2011
A "blueprint" of conservation priorities for the Lewis Creek watershed using the Active River Area conservation framework. A collaboration between the Vermont Chapter of the Nature Conservancy and conservation partners in the Lewis Creek watershed in Addision and Chittenden Counties.
Contiguous Habitat Map, Lewis Creek, Little Otter & LaPlatte River Watersheds, 2003
March 19, 2011
This map depicts Landscape Level Identification of Contiguous Wildlife Habitat and Connecting Corridors. This map is one of three map components in the Conservation Priority Plan for the Lewis Creek watershed. This map was prepared by VT FWD and is a case study in " Conserving Vermont's Natural Heritage, A Guide to Community-Based Planning for the Conservation of Vermont's Fish, Wildlife, and Biological Diversity" (VT FWD/VT ANR, 2004).
Contiguous Wildlife Habitat Report, Lewis Creek, Little Otter & LaPlatte River (Royar, Austin 2003)
March 19, 2011
This VT FWD report explains the landscape level planning map depicting Contiguous Wildlife Habitat in the Lewis Creek, Little Otter and LaPlatte River Watershed Region. This map is one of three map components in the Conservation Priority Plan for the Lewis Creek watershed. This map was prepared by VT FWD for LCA and is a case study in " Conserving Vermont's Natural Heritage, A Guide to Community-Based Planning for the Conservation of Vermont's Fish, Wildlife, and Biological Diversity" (VT FWD/VT ANR, 2004).
Eco Analysis of the Lewis Creek Watershed Report (w/o HP), Lapin/Engstrom, 2003
March 19, 2011
Ecological Conservation Analysis of the Lewis Creek Watershed, Addison and Chittenden Counties, Vermont. This report informed LCA's Conservation Priority Plan project development.
Geomorphic Assessment and Corridor Planning, McCabe’s Brook Watershed- No Appendix
February 24, 2012
The purpose of this study is to provide site level stream geomorphology assessments to inform stream corridor planning and riparian management recommendations for Charlotte and Shelburne.
Geomorphic Assessment and Corridor Planning, McCabe’s Brook Watershed
February 24, 2012
The purpose of this study is to provide site level stream geomorphology assessments to inform stream corridor planning and riparian management recommendations for Charlotte and Shelburne.
Geomorphic Assessment and Corridor Planning, McCabe’s Brook Watershed Appendix
February 24, 2012
Maps of the McCabe Brook Watershed.
Impervious Cover Analysis and Stormwater Planning for Hinesburg and Charlotte VT, 2005
February 23, 2011
Impervious surface build out projections and calculations for Lewis Creek Watershed town planning purposes.
LaPlatte Corridor Plan 2007, Hinesburg - Cover
March 19, 2011
Cover of the LaPlatte Corridor Plan report.
LaPlatte Corridor Plan 2007, Hinesburg Appendix A.2
March 19, 2011
Boundary Condition Riparian Modifiers
LaPlatte Corridor Plan 2008, Charlotte & Shelburne
March 19, 2011
LaPlatte River Corridor Plan, Charlotte & Shelburne 2008
LaPlatte Corridor Plan 2008, Charlotte & Shelburne Appendix A Maps
March 20, 2011
Maps of the LaPlatte River Watershed.
LaPlatte Corridor Plan 2008, Charlotte & Shelburne Cover Page
March 19, 2011
LaPlatte Corridor Plan, Charlotte & Shelburne 2008 Cover Page
LaPlatte Management Alternatives for Hinesburg Village August 2010
November 19, 2010
This report includes an alternatives analysis for managing the LaPlatte and Patrick Brook corridor functions in the context of Hinesburg village planning.
LaPlatte River Watershed Culvert Study, 9-2010
November 19, 2010
The purpose of this study is to understand bridge and culvert
conditions in the LaPlatte Watershed, Chittenden County, VT. With
consideration of stormwater, stream morphology, aquatic organism
passage, and structural conditions; this report includes compilation of
all bridge and culvert data, identifies gaps/assessment needs, a
culvert improvement matrix with costs, and outreach results.
LaPlatte River's Culvert Database
November 19, 2010
September 2010 culvert conditions re: geomorphic and aquatic organism passage compatibility.
LaPlatte Stormwater Report 2010
January 12, 2011
Stormwater infrastructure assessment and recommendations for the towns of Shelburne, Charlotte, and Hinesburg.
LaPlatte Stormwater Report 2010 with Town Maps (57.5 MB)
January 14, 2011
Stormwater infrastructure assessment and recommendations for the towns of Shelburne, Charlotte, and Hinesburg.
Lewis Creek Corridor Plan 2010 Photos
August 11, 2010
Photographs for all river reaches are included as part of this 2010 plan.
Lewis Creek Temperature Study and Fish Habitat Restoration Recommendations, 2011
April 18, 2012
Website content for the Lewis Creek Temperature Study and Fish Habitat Restoration project.
Lewis Creek Watershed Aquatic Habitat Map (24.4 MB)
March 19, 2011
This aquatics habitat map is one of three map components in the Lewis Creek Conservation Priority Plan. The stream classification was prepared by Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation. Please read the overview report for further explanation.
Lewis Creek Watershed Conservation and Zoning Map
February 27, 2011
Town zoning and conservation lands in the Lewis Creek Watershed
Lewis Creek Watershed Conservation Priorities Plan Map
March 19, 2011
This map depicts the three combined map components that make up the comprehensive landscape level conservation plan for the Lewis Creek watershed.
Lewis Creek Watershed Conservation Priorities Plan, Overview 2007
March 19, 2011
Conservation Priorities Plan for the Lewis Creek Watershed - Overview
Lewis Creek Association 2007
Lewis Creek Watershed Conservation Priority Plan Poster Presentation
March 19, 2011
Lewis Creek Watershed Conservation Priorities Poster-Maps with Overview, Objectives, and Rational. This poster is available for town outreach events.
Lewis Creek Watershed Forested Areas by Landforms
March 19, 2011
This map of the Lewis Creek Watershed is a base map that informed the delineation of the significant landform component map. Prepared by Marc Lapin and Brett Engstrom.
Lewis Creek Watershed Forested Areas by Landforms w Significant Species & Natural Community Sites
March 19, 2011
This map of the Lewis Creek Watershed is a base map that informed the delineation of the significant landform component map. This planning map was prepared by Marc Lapin and Brett Engstrom for LCA.
Lewis Creek Watershed Ortho Map with River Reach Breaks (31 MB)
February 19, 2011
Ortho map of the Lewis Creek Watershed with river reach breaks and Vt River Management Program reach numbers. Very hi res, good for zooming in and printing closeups.
Lewis Creek Watershed Restoration Map (9.1 MB)
February 27, 2011
Settlement patterns and water quality in the Lewis Creek Watershed
Lewis Creek Watershed Significant Landforms Map
March 19, 2011
This map of the Lewis Creek Watershed is one of three map components in the Lewis Creek Conservation Priority Plan. The delineated areas on this map was produced with guidance from VT ANR, TNC, VLT, town conservation commissions and technical consultants. The base landform map was developed by LCA consultants, Marc Lapin and Brett Engstrom.
Lewis Creek Watershed Wildlife Map (8.2 MB)
February 27, 2011
Wildlife activity patterns and conserved lands in the Lewis Creek Watershed
Lewis Creek Watershed Working Lands Map
February 27, 2011
Working landscape and conserved lands in the Lewis Creek Watershed.
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010
August 11, 2010
River corridor and channel conditions and recommended management options by river reach
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix A
January 14, 2011
Remote Sensing Resources in the Lewis Creek Watershed
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix B
February 24, 2011
Status of Phase 1 & Phase 2 Stream Geomorphic Assessment for Lewis Creek Watershed 2001-2009
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix C
February 24, 2011
Phase 1 (Updated) and Phase 2 Stream Geomorphic Assessment Reach Summary Reports
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix D
February 24, 2011
Valley Wall Documentation
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix E
February 24, 2011
Quality Assurance Documentation
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix F
February 24, 2011
Reach Segmentation
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix G
March 25, 2011
Reach Narratives
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix H
March 25, 2011
Stressor Tables, Reach-Scale
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix I
March 28, 2011
Departure Analysis Table
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix J
March 28, 2011
Project Tables
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix K
March 28, 2011
Outreach / Project Development
Lewis Creek Watershed: River Corridor Conservation & Management Plan, March 2010, Appendix L
March 28, 2011
Priority Structures for Replacement / Retrofit
Little Otter Creek Watershed Phase 2 Stream Geomorphic Assessment: Appendix J
April 11, 2012
Flow Monitoring.
Little Otter Creek Watershed: Phase 2 Stream Geomorphic Assessment
April 11, 2012
A stream geomorphic assessment and preliminary river corridor planning effort completed in 2010-
2011 for the Little Otter Creek watershed focusing on 11 reaches (12.7 river miles) of the Little Otter
Creek main stem and Mud Creek tributary.
Monkton Wildlife Crossing Project Brochure
April 7, 2011
The Monkton Road Wildlife Crossing Project: Ensuring the survival of a critical amphibian migration corridor.
Natural Resources and Conserved Lands Map (38MB)
April 6, 2012
Forest cover in the Lewis Creek watershed is depicted on the Natural Resources and Conserved Lands Map. This map also displays lands that have been protected from future development through a conservation easement – held either by a land trust (non-governmental agency), state or federal entity.
View the web version of the map (4MB) here.
Physical Features Map (26MB)
April 6, 2012
The three main zones of the Lewis Creek Watershed in addition to human-constructed features.
View the web version of the map here (3MB).
Quinlan Covered Bridge and Lewis Creek Area Analysis Report, 2010
January 14, 2011
Analysis to reduce flooding and erosion risks at the Quinlan Bridge and reconnect the channel to historic floodplains.
Shelburne Charlotte Water Quality Stewardship Program
November 16, 2011
2012 Proposal for aquatic invasive removal in the towns of Charlotte and Shelburne.
Species of Greatest Conservation Need in the Champlain Valley Biophysical Region 8-2006
March 19, 2011
This (SGCN) list includes Champlain Valley Occurrence of Species of Greatest Conservation Need & Habitats according to the Vermont Wildlife Action Plan (WAP). This SGCN list informs wildlife conservation funding allocations from the federal goverment to the State of Vermont.
Temperature Monitoring Instructions
September 14, 2011
Project methods, instructions for recording information and reporting and submitting results.
Temperature Monitoring Record
September 14, 2011
A data table to record temperature monitoring results.
Temperature Monitoring Report, 2010-11
March 27, 2012
Technical memorandum: Temperature Monitoring in the Lewis Creek, 2010, 2011
Temperature Monitoring: Aquatic Natural Communities in Lewis Creek, Feb 2012
March 27, 2012
Overview of Aquatic Natural Communities Occurrences in the Lewis Creek Watershed
Water Quality in the LaPlatte Watershed: Brochure for Landowners
February 24, 2012
Water quality finding for the LaPlatte River and McCabe’s Brook watersheds since 2004. Compiled by the LaPlatte Watershed Partnership.
Water Quality in the LaPlatte Watershed: Technical Report
February 24, 2012
An introduction to water quality science, research results from 2004-2010, and recommended actions.
Water Quality Planning on the Thorp and Kimball Brooks, Feb. 2011 Report w apps
March 14, 2011
This report provides recommendations for how to monitor the water quality of flashy backwater streams along Lake Champlain such as Thorp Brook, Kimball Brook and Holmes Brook. It includes possible methods for flow monitoring to determine phosphorus yields by acre in this lake edge area.
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix A
January 14, 2011
Kimball Brook Site Walk Photos
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix B
January 14, 2011
Thorp Brook Site Walk Photos
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix C
January 14, 2011
Directions for Reading Staff Gages
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix D
January 14, 2011
Calculating Flow in Circular Conduits
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix E
January 14, 2011
Kimball Brook Flow Summary
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix F
January 14, 2011
Thorp Brook Flow Summary
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix G
January 14, 2011
Phase 1 Data for Thorp and Kimball Brooks
Water Quality Planning on Thorp and Kimball Brooks - 2010 Report, Appendix H
January 14, 2011
NRCS Field-Scale Hydrology Mapping
Watershed Map: Lewis Creek (31 MB)
January 16, 2011
Watershed map of the Lewis Creek. An orthophotograph with depicted river reaches.
Watershed Map: Little Otter Creek (26 MB)
January 16, 2011
Watershed map of the Little Otter Creek. An orthophotograph with depicted river reaches.
Watershed Map: Lower Otter Creek (33.9 MB)
January 16, 2011
Watershed map of the Lower Otter Creek. An orthophotograph with depicted river reaches.
Watershed Map: Middlebury River (24.3 MB)
January 16, 2011
Watershed map of the Middlebury River. An orthophotograph with depicted river reaches.
Watershed Map: New Haven River (30.2 MB)
January 16, 2011
Watershed map of New Haven River. Orthophotograph with mapped reaches.