Residential Landscape Garden Design
Environmental
- It reduces total sediment loading from eroding banks by an estimated 1,790 tons per year.
- It is estimated to reduce phosphorus by 501 lbs per year and nitrogen by 553 lbs per year.
- It increased the ecological integrity of the riparian zone, as measured by a 180% increase in the Plant Stewardship Index, a measure of ecological quality based on the plants found on a site.
Social & Economic
- It created a positive or very positive change to the stream and parkland for 85% of 47 Greenbrier neighborhood residents surveyed.
- It provides 40 acres of new public parkland adjacent to 223 units of public and low income housing.
- It catalyzed additional improvement, including a $300,000 multi-use commuter trail and connector bridges that will further enhance the project site.
On the edge of the city of Charlottesville, this 1.4-mile stream restoration abuts parkland, neighborhoods, and a shopping district and contains a section of the 20-mile Rivanna Trail.
A tributary of the Rivanna River and part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, Meadow Creek's restoration aims to improve its designation as an "impaired waterway".
The "natural channel design" approach establishes a dynamically stable meandering pattern.
A detailed breakdown of project costs, comparing expenses to initial estimates and highlighting any variances. This section includes funding sources, budget allocations, and overall financial efficiency, ensuring transparency and accountability in the project’s financial management.
Key takeaways from the project experience, including challenges faced, effective strategies implemented, and recommendations for future projects. This section emphasizes the importance of community engagement, adaptive management practices, and ongoing monitoring to ensure long-term success.
An overview of the project team, including the roles and responsibilities of key members. This section highlights collaboration among stakeholders, including engineers, ecologists, community representatives, and local government, showcasing the diverse expertise that contributed to the project’s success. Feel free to adjust any details or expand on specific points as needed!
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