Reclamation / Infrastructure/ Repair

As land is developed, infrastructure is placed to manage the flow of surface water through urbanized areas and direct stormwater flows away from areas that may cause property damage. The repair of currently degraded infrastructure and/or placement of new structures must consider the net effect to the condition of the watershed.

The Fuch’s Pond Reclamation project is a recent example of infrastructure repair implemented to address aged and degraded structures, which resulted in addressing flooding concern and enhanced ecological functions with the pond system. Watershed stewardship can promote the implementation of green infrastructure and careful planning to make future land use decisions which consider water health.

Additional Resources: