Location: Washington, D.C, Park Drive between Branch Ave. & 30th St. SE
Type of buffer: Urban
Partners Involved: D.C Department of Energy and Environment, Biohabitats, Inc.
Submitted by: Josh Burch & Matt Gallagher
After Installation
The District of Columbia Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) has recently achieved a significant milestone in environmental restoration on National Park Service property. Biohabitats, Inc. was awarded the design-build contract and spearheaded efforts to stabilize two key sites experiencing severe erosion.The Park Drive Gully Restoration Project restored over 1,300 linear feet of severely eroded gullies, stabilizing them to minimize erosion and enhance water quality.
Before
As part of the project, over 700 trees and 600 shrubs have been planted in the restored riparian and upland forest areas, promoting a healthier ecosystem. Located along T. Park Drive between Branch Avenue and 30th Street SE, this initiative is critical to improving the environmental health of the area.
After
These restorations will not only enhance the local landscape but will also contribute to improving water quality in the Anacostia River, the Potomac River, and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay.
Key objectives of the project include:
- Reducing streambank erosion and channel bed incision for long-term stability.
- Minimizing impacts to natural resources within the project area.
- Stabilizing five stormwater outfalls to enhance drainage.
- Reducing stormwater velocities entering stream channels.
- Improving both in-stream and riparian habitat conditions.
After
This restoration project represents a vital step toward fostering a healthier environment in D.C. and underscores the importance of community and governmental collaboration in preserving our natural resources. For more information on this project visit the DC DOEE website.
This post Is part of the fourth annual CCLC Riparian Buffer Month.
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