Habitat Restoration & Protection Database
Project Details
East Creek Restoration
Project Name
East Creek Restoration
City/Town/Village
Larchmont
Site Name
East Creek
Waterbody
East Creek
Habitat View
| Habitat | Acres | Miles | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshwater Wetlands | 0.60 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| TOTAL | 0.60 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Degradation Description
Building of a middle school on adjacent property resulted in the creek being culverted under the construction site in the 1960's. A business sitting along the banks had also filled the creek area with debris during their operations. East Creek was severely degraded by bacteria, waste oil, trash, and other debris by surrounding businesses.
Cause of Degradation
Erosion - anthropogenic sources
Fill - Other
Restoration Technique
Creek/Channel Cleaning
Creek/Channel Modification
Planting Vegetation
Tide Gate Installation - Self Regulating
Project Partners
Partners Organization
Westchester County Soil and Water Conservation District
Partners Organization
Village of Larchmont
Partners Organization
Town of Mamaroneck
Completed
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