Site is located on the back (south) side of Wingaersheek Beach and contains up to 25 acres of historically-filled and altered salt marsh. The 2004 Gloucester restoration plan produced by Mass Audubon and reviewed by city officials identifies this site as a priority. The site is owned by the City of Gloucester . GIS analysis (including historic maps) and site observation indicate that a large area of former marsh behind the barrier beach was filled in with dredge spoils. This has been confirmed by Gloucester residents and site investigations. This is an active WRP Priority Project site sponsored by the city with several other restoration partners. A feasibility study has been completed by a WRP consultant and restoration options are under discussion. Funding for the project has been provided by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Restoration actions would remove some or all of the fill from the marsh surface to restore healthy marsh soils, hydrology, and vegetation. Some of the fill material may be suitable for nearby beach nourishment and/or as base material to raise the low-lying beach parking lot. Re-use of material on site would greatly reduce construction costs. Restoration potential is considered high based on the size and severity of degradation, public ownership, and strong support for restoration from city officials.