This report addresses the issue of sediment accumulation in Eau Claire River lake impoundments and assesses the benefits and costs of four different options regarding its removal, along with additional sub-options. The purpose of this planning effort is to provide a reference framework for Eau Claire County to use when estimating the outcomes of each possibility. Data was collected from peer-reviewed scientfic articles, local and historical newspapers, Eau Claire County’s 2023 budget, and interviews...