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A Quick Update on Tidal Marsh Restoration Efforts in Eden Landing. Matt Wickland , PE m.wickland@pwa-ltd.com Philip Williams & Associates, Ltd. Levees constructed to convey watershed runoff through the salt ponds - Over time channels fill in with sediment and salt ponds subside
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A Quick Update on Tidal Marsh Restoration Efforts in Eden Landing Matt Wickland, PE m.wickland@pwa-ltd.com Philip Williams & Associates, Ltd.
Levees constructed to convey watershed runoff through the salt ponds - Over time channels fill in with sediment and salt ponds subside • Levee lowering/ removal causes channel scour & marsh sedimentation • Salt pond restoration reduces fluvial flood hazards by improving conveyance to the Bay
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All three alternatives show reduction in SPF water levels because of larger capacity and through-pond routing • More sustainable design – no dredging required • Meets SBSP habitat restoration objectives Levee crest Existing Water Surface Post-project Water Surface