Stream Restoration Phase Begins

July 7th, 2009

Work on returning the curve to Cole Creek is under way.

Last week, crews began work on the stream restoration phase of the project. This phase will restore the creek’s more natural flow, create pools and riffles to slow the flow of water, and create buffer strips along the banks to slow the flow of water over land before it reaches the creek.

The first step in the stream restoration phase is the removal of dense vegetation, including trees, from the creek’s banks. For each tree that is removed, three native trees will be planted. The goal is to create a diverse natural habitat that’s attractive to wildlife.

A total of 191 trees will be impacted by the project, so 573 native trees will be planted. A portion of the plantings will include native deciduous shrubs. In the places where shrubs are used, three shrubs will be planted in lieu of one tree.

The removal of the vegetation is expected to take about a week, weather permitting. Stop by and watch the project in action!