Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Urban Stream Restoration






As you may remember, I spent a lot of time in my undergrad studies working to restore an urban stream near Richmond, VA. The construction date got pushed back three or four times, but I was recently in town and stopped by my alma mater and was informed that, not only had construction begun, but it was almost done! Amazing how quick it progresses.












I'll post a few pictures, but it's hard to really get an idea of the magnitude of change without having first visited the site. To give a hint though, this is a headwater stream and the banks were easily 7-8ft tall in places. If anyone is ever in Richmond, stop by an I'll give you a tour!












And then some pictures of the newly-restored sections!!





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