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Goats used to clear noxious weeds along Killpecker Creek, owner says
Summary
At a site visit, LS5 Livestock owner Josh Scores described using 132 goats to remove perennial pepperweed and tamarisk from Killpecker Creek north of Springs Drive, saying grazing reduces brush that can block channels and increase flood risk; a paddock-level study is underway.
Rock Springs City Council representatives visited Killpecker Creek north of Springs Drive to inspect a goat-grazing project intended to reduce noxious woody vegetation and lower local flood risk. "My name is Josh Scores. I'm located in Eden, Wyoming. So, I'm the owner of the goats in LS5 Livestock," Scores said during the visit, describing the herd and the site conditions.
Scores pointed to widespread perennial pepperweed and tamarisk along the channel, both listed on the state noxious weed list, and said the woody plants can act as dams that obstruct stream flow and raise the…
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