This project acquired for permanent protection approximately 33 acres of shoreline property in rural Pierce County along lower Tanwax Creek and the Nisqually River, including the confluence of the two streams. The property, in three parcels, is across the river and adjacent to shoreline property already owned by the applicant, and expanded the block of protected Nisqually River shoreline property by approximately 1/4 river miles. It permanently protected the lower ¼ miles of Tanwax Creek, an important tributary stream to the Nisqually River. Tanwax Creek and the Nisqually River at the project site are utilized for spawning, spawning access and rearing for several salmonid species, including fall Chinook and steelhead. Much of the Tanwax Creek property is well-forested riparian habitat, shading the stream and protecting it from elevated summer temperatures.