by phinkle@resourceinstituteinc.org | May 29, 2025 | 2023, Project
Crab CreekStream Restoration Project After RestorationThe project team used root wads to stabilize a meander bend on Cove Creek. Before RestorationA primary goal of the Crab Creek restoration project was to stabilize steep, eroding streambanks. Crab Creek French Broad...
by phinkle@resourceinstituteinc.org | May 29, 2025 | 2023, Project
Line CreekStream Restoration Project Post ConstructionThe project team used root wads and rock structures to stabilize Linke Creek’s streambanks. Pre-ConstructionOne of the main objectives of the Line Creek restoration project was to stabilize steep, eroding...
by phinkle@resourceinstituteinc.org | May 29, 2025 | 2023, Project
Boyston CreekStream Restoration Project Post ConstructionThe project team utilized root wads and rock structures to stabilize Boyston Creek’s streambanks and redirect stream flows away from the banks Pre-ConstructionBefore restoration, Boyston Creek’s streambanks were...
by phinkle@resourceinstituteinc.org | May 29, 2025 | 2023, Project
Lewis CreekStream Restoration Project Post ConstructionThe project team installed root wads and rock structures to stabilize Lewis Creek’s streambanks. Additionally, they planted live stakes and shrubs to establish a riparian buffer. Pre-ConstructionBefore...
by phinkle@resourceinstituteinc.org | May 29, 2025 | 2023, Project
Nantahala River & Black CreekStream Restoration Project Project CompletionFollowing the completion of the Nantahala Project, the team established a riparian buffer by planting 5,639 live stakes and 979 trees. These plants are expected to sequester over 50 tons of...
by phinkle@resourceinstituteinc.org | May 29, 2025 | 2023, Project
Webb CreekStream Restoration Project Nature Based SolutionsThe project team employed nature-based solutions, including root wads and instream structures, to stabilize and enhance Webbs Creek’s ecological functions. Erosion PreventionAt Webbs Creek, root wads are...
