Located just two and a half miles from Boston, the Pine Tree Brook trout population is the last remaining population that is easily accessible to city residents, and is one of only two self-sustained populations in the entire Neponset River Watershed. These brook trout are currently under threat due to urbanization and habitat fragmentation. By removing these dams, this project is not only allowing free movement for the trout to access the areas that they need, but also improving habitat quality by eliminating heat stressors and restoring a more natural temperature regime.