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Township of Upper St. Clair
Contact: Environmental Results: 19 impacted streams identified and recommendations developed for watershed improvement. 215 feet of agricultural streambank fencing installed. 320 feet of stream buffer planted. |
Partnerships Watershed Protection: Start Small, But Think Big
Proposed as a single demonstration of non-point source pollution reduction and stream bank stabilization, the McLaughlin Run project also featured the additional benefits of enhanced flood protection and improved habitat for wildlife. Although it had limited total watershed impact, its value was demonstrated through improved stream corridor management and conservation awareness. The first phase of the project included the completion of a comprehensive watershed assessment, which provided a basis for targeted, prioritized watershed restoration efforts. These new priorities laid the groundwork for even more opportunities for inter-municipal partnership and coordination, increasing public support and making watershed protection projects more cost-effective. Today, the McLaughlin Run project continues to grow. Along one tributary, hundreds of feet of agricultural stream bank fencing were installed to protect the stream from livestock. Volunteers from the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, school children and local service organizations planted native plants along hundreds of feet of the stream banks to reintroduce native species. An Eagle Scout project stenciled more than 500 storm drains in the community with a fish logo and the wording, "Dump no Waste - Drains to Stream." A day-long educational session was held during Upper St. Clair Community Day, providing information to more than 300 residents. "This worthy environmental project would not
have been possible without the dedication and commitment of our partner,
the Upper St. Clair Citizens for Land Stewardship. The township is grateful
for the considerable time, talent and energy contributed by our volunteers
and staff in shepherding this project along." |
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