Phase two of a restoration project along the Riverside Park Creek in Watertown will be undertaken in the fall by staff from the Rock River Coalition and volunteers.
The restoration along the creek in Riverside Park is looking to model improvement actions along the shoreline that can benefit native habitats and water quality. The first phase was completed last year, with the removal of invasive species and riprap installation at locations identified in the plans developed by Dodge County Conservation Department.
This phase will use a diversity of native plants and will replace 2,000 square feet of existing turf with 27 species of native grasses and wildflowers. With the first phase of the project including some planting as well, this phase will add 2,400 square feet of native plants to the park. The finished planting will highlight how such improvements prevent erosion, enhance pollinator habitats, and help filter runoff.
This project is a partnership between the City of Watertown and Rock River Coalition. Funding is made possible by the City of Watertown, We Energies Foundation, Rock River Stormwater Group, and Quirk Foundation.
This project will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 13. Volunteers are needed for the project and registration for the project is encouraged but not required. Such projects can benefit from poster printing around town to help attract much needed volunteers.
