The Lyons site was ranked fourth by the watershed group in its initial planning period. It was one of the highest contributors of AMD within the lower reaches of the watershed. The problems were caused by unvegetated coal refuse, open highwalls, acid pits and exposed spoil. Reclamation took place in 2005 and is now complete. The project was funded by the OEPA with administration by Crossroads RC&D. In the spring of 2006, tree seedlings and native grasses and wildflowers were planted on the newly reclaimed areas. A grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation made this possible. Lyons is located near Mineral City, in the South Western part of the watershed. The project was designed by ATC Associates $53,335 and constructed by Malcuit for $794,030.