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Project summaries
Deadman Creek
The Deadman Creek watershed lies
within the southeastern
part of the Little Spokane River drainage basin. Deadman
Creek originates from the slopes of Mt. Spokane and flows
easterly for 23 miles to the confluence with the Little
Spokane River. The drainage area for Deadman Creek
spans over approximately 61,504 acres of forestland,
agricultural land (hay, pasture and croplands), and rural
residential areas.
Land uses within the watershed and along
the shoreline
contribute to concerns of habitat and function, especially
in
the upper to middle portions of the stream. Overall, 59
percent of the stream is considered to be in PFC. The
upper portion of the stream (within Mt. Spokane Park
boundaries) is in PFC and provides excellent habitat. The
segments next to Highway 206 and Mt. Spokane Park Road
are realizing an increased sediment load from the road
encroachment and have impaired function and habitat
conditions. This area and below are considered FAR and
constitute 41 percent of the stream. The remainder of the
stream is considered to be in PFC.
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