Preserving the
Water, Wildlife, and Wetlands
of Historic Timber Lake
Timber Lake was built 100 years ago…
and it’s constantly in danger now!
Back then, Timber Lake was a special place way out in the country; a. respite from city hassle; a quiet woodland preserve teeming with all kinds of life. It has a storied history.
The suburbs have grown up around the Lake.
It is still an amazing place! Birds, animals, aquatic life, trees and plants are abundant and diverse.
Increased development threatens this environmental sanctuary.
Our mission is to preserve it through education, awareness-building, and conservation projects to protect its wonderful ecosystem and the dam that forms it.
In 1995…
the Timber Lake dam failed, draining the lake and taking two lives. It was a very challenging two years, planning and executing the rebuild. During the recovery from this disaster, residents forged a new purpose to care for the lake and the new dam.
Now…
There are almost 1000 homes, apartments, and businesses in Timber Lake’s watershed. This has changed flood dynamics and caused significantly increased silt flow. The potential for pollutants to enter the lake and damage wetlands, waters and their inhabitants is greater now than ever.
There is much to do! We have a growing list of projects and other activities we will do to preserve this unique lake!
Our Projects
We carry out projects that preserve the lake and its environs. Projects generally fall into the following categories:
Water quality
Silt management
Erosion control
Dam integrity
Invasive species management
Education and Awareness
We help others understand and appreciate the unique role that Timber Lake plays in our community. Programs include:
Wildlife
Water and erosion
Shoreline and wetland habitats
Dam construction and safety
Our Vision
Our vision is that Timber Lake’s residents, neighbors, and community come together to take care of a special and historic place.
Will you help us?
Please consider a generous donation!
100% of your investment will go toward our projects and education programs
All of our work is done by volunteers! You can help! We always have opportunities for folks who want to join in our effort.