South Obenchain Fire Restoration (OWEB)
South Obenchain Fire Restoration (OWEB)
Location: Sections of Reese Creek impacted by the South Obenchain Fire
Partners: OWEB, ODF
Following the South Obenchain Fire, Jackson Soil and Water Conservation District continues to support private landowners in the Reese Creek Watershed—a geographic focus area due to its importance for threatened and endangered fish species and its role in downstream water quality.
Building on earlier recovery efforts, this project focuses on restoring riparian habitat and improving watershed resilience through:

- Invasive species control, targeting Himalayan blackberry
- Native plant restoration, including reseeding and replanting native trees, shrubs, and forbs
- Livestock exclusion fencing and alternative watering systems to protect sensitive streamside areas
To date, we’ve partnered with 12 landowners, restoring over 50 acres of riparian habitat and protecting more than 2 miles of stream with nearly 8,000 feet of fencing.
Ongoing Work & Monitoring
Additional restoration includes planting over 6,000 native trees and shrubs and reinforcing erosion-prone areas along pond embankments. Infrastructure concerns—such as undersized culverts and fish barriers—are also under review for future improvement.
JSWCD monitors the site annually for five years, tracking plant survival, stem density, and fencing condition to support long-term project success.
