FOOTHILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BUCKLEY, WA

Rebuilding and restoring a wetland near Fife, WA The SR 167 Completion Project includes a unique program to restore more than 150 acres of wetlands on both sides of I-5 near Fife. The restoration work includes realigning Hylebos Creek and putting in about 800,000 native plants and trees. Decades ago, Hylebos Creek was rerouted into what was essentially an irrigation ditch so that the surrounding wetlands could serve agricultural and industrial needs. This resulted in a slow decline in the fish and wildlife population. It also led to chronic flooding on I-5 because the natural reservoir areas that absorbed extra water from heavy rainstorms no longer existed. Crews are turning it back into wetlands. In summer 2023, our crews excavated and realigned Hylebos Creek west of SR 99. In the winter and spring of 2024, they started adding plants to the area. This section west of SR 99 will have roughly 80,000 new trees, shrubs and other vegetation in a carefully laid out grid pattern. This will add diversity to the ecosystem to encourage the return of more wildlife. The SR 167 Completion project is part of WSDOT’s Puget Sound Gateway Program which completes critical links in Washington’s highway and freight network. It will build an important new connection to the Port of Tacoma, improve the movement of freight and reduce congestion on local roads and highways.
Rebuilding and restoring a wetland near Fife, WA Credit: WSDOT

Foothills Historical Society is an organization located in Buckley, Washington, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of the Foothills region of Pierce County. Founded in 1975, the society operates out of the historic 1915 Buckley Fire Station building, which serves as a museum and community gathering space.

The museum features exhibits on the local industries of logging, mining, and agriculture, as well as displays of historic photographs and artifacts. The society also hosts regular events and educational programs, including lectures, workshops, and tours of historic sites in the area.

In addition to its museum and educational activities, Foothills Historical Society is actively involved in local preservation efforts, working to protect and restore historic buildings and landmarks in Buckley and the surrounding communities. The society also maintains a research library and archives, which contain a wealth of historical records and documents related to the Foothills region.

Overall, Foothills Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and celebrating the unique history and culture of the Foothills region of Pierce County, and serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and community members interested in the area's past.

FOOTHILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BUCKLEY WA. US MID #8405300429

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

Rebuilding and restoring a wetland near Fife, WA The SR 167 Completion Project includes a unique program to restore more than 150 acres of wetlands on both sides of I-5 near Fife. The restoration work includes realigning Hylebos Creek and putting in about 800,000 native plants and trees. Decades ago, Hylebos Creek was rerouted into what was essentially an irrigation ditch so that the surrounding wetlands could serve agricultural and industrial needs. This resulted in a slow decline in the fish and wildlife population. It also led to chronic flooding on I-5 because the natural reservoir areas that absorbed extra water from heavy rainstorms no longer existed. Crews are turning it back into wetlands. In summer 2023, our crews excavated and realigned Hylebos Creek west of SR 99. In the winter and spring of 2024, they started adding plants to the area. This section west of SR 99 will have roughly 80,000 new trees, shrubs and other vegetation in a carefully laid out grid pattern. This will add diversity to the ecosystem to encourage the return of more wildlife. The SR 167 Completion project is part of WSDOT’s Puget Sound Gateway Program which completes critical links in Washington’s highway and freight network. It will build an important new connection to the Port of Tacoma, improve the movement of freight and reduce congestion on local roads and highways.
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FOOTHILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 530
BUCKLEY
WA
98321

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MID # 8405300429
Name FOOTHILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 911197535
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 47.14841, -122.072077
CODES FIPS State Code: 53
FIPS County Code: 053
US Census Tract: 070205
US Census Block: 1000