This project will restore hydrologic and ecological function, water storage and summer streamflow in 65 acres of two headwater catchments (Cabin and Rock Fence Creeks) of the East Fork Scott River. The streams contribute cold water to the East fork Scott, which supports Coho, Steelhead, and chinook salmon. The project will restore ecological function by identifying and addressing source and transport problems and reconnecting natural hydrologic, geomorphic, and biological processes by using process-based restoration (PBR) approaches to rebuild healthy and more resilient ecosystems. SRWC will combine catchment-level high resolution terrain analysis using existing Light Detection and Ranging with field observations to identify current and historical flow paths to be reconnected to recover the system’s hydrologic complexity within 11.05 miles of stream, followed by implementation of performance-based regulation, forest thinning and meadow conifer removal with placement of the woody material into the streams. The project will increase groundwater storage by approximately 32.8 acre feet per year.
| Funder | Contract # | Start Date | End Date | Funding Source | Land Ownership | Award Amount |
| NCRP | 4600015413 | 5/6/2023 | 9/30/27 | State | Public | $488,980 |