The Legacy Wetlands project at the Sullivan Ranch will protect and enhance precious natural resources. Freshwater and saltwater fringe marsh habitats are degrading and disappearing on Galveston Island due to a variety of factors. The non-tidal, freshwater wetlands to be restored and created will mirror the natural swales developed over centuries between dune ridges as Galveston Island was formed. The project will also enhance the existing saltwater fringe marsh to act as a buffer to high tides and aid in storm surge absorption.

Galveston Island has been home to the Sullivan family for six generations and counting. Land and animal stewardship has always been of the utmost importance, and they continually strive to enhance and improve the natural environment for which they are blessed to be able to care for. This heritage will continue with the Legacy Wetlands project and be preserved for the future through the utilization of sustainable management practices.

The Legacy Wetlands project is an initiative by the Sullivan Family on privately owned property. This web site is for informational purposes, and to be a good neighbor, we are sharing our plans.

USACE Public Notice

Project Goals and Objectives:

Protect and enhance non-tidal, freshwater wetlands.

Provide habitat for a variety of wildlife including wading birds, shore birds, and waterfowl as well as a rain-filled source of water for upland animals, native bird species and other migratory birds.

Enhance existing saltwater fringe marsh to act as a buffer to high tides and storm surges.

Provide beach-quality sand currently on the property to support projects with city, state and federal government entities.

Site work to be conducted in a socially and environmentally conscious manner.