What to Expect During Stream Construction

Stream restorations are conducted to improve the environmental health of the stream, support biodiversity, recreation, flood management, and increased bank and channel stability.  

Stream restoration is meant to have a positive impact on the health of the stream; however, during restoration construction, that may not always look to be the case. Restoration is a large, and often, muddy job, but it is worth it in the end! 

Let us walk you through one of our recent projects, starting at pre-restoration photos, deep diving into what you can expect to see during construction, and then the wonderful impacts time can have post-restoration! 

Bear Cabin Stream Restoration Pre-construction (November 2017) 

Here we see an unhealthy stream due to eroding and unstable banks, fallen debris and sediment buildup. 

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Bear Cabin Stream Restoration Construction ( January 2018) 

Construction involves many workers, large equipment, and a lot of digging, which can leave room for something that looks like a muddy mess...but we promise it won't stay like this for long! 

For more information about our stream restoration techniques, please click here 

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Bear Cabin Stream Restoration Post-construction (June 2018)

After restoration construction is complete, planting takes place; seeds, live stakes, and trees are planted at our restoration sites. After a few short months, we are able to see some greenery come back to the site! 

Since it has only been a few months since the end of construction, there will be many areas that are still a bit muddy and uneven. Plants will take time to grow and disperse over the restoration site. 

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Bear Cabin Stream Restoration Post-construction (August 2019)

About 18 months after construction, we can really see the difference stream restoration makes! 

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