South Creek Native Plant Habitat Management
Project Description
Invasive species control in native plant restoration area along one mile of South Creek
Project Map
County: Greene County, MO
Project Size:
- 8.0 acres
Project Sites
- South Creek Native Plant Habitat Management
Goals and Targets
Primary Motivations:
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Conservation Mission
Riparian restoration provides benefits that help to improve water quality which is part of the mission of the City of Springfield Department of Environmental Services. -
Public Benefit
Riparian restoration provides a public benefit through improved water quality and enhancement of this area for greenway trail users.
Primary Goals:
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Establishment of healthy native plant community in the riparian corridor
Progress: Native plant mix was seeded in late 2015. Invasive species control was performed throughout 2016. Additional plantings and invasive species control are planned for 2017.
Targeted Habitats:
- Aquatic
- Rivers and Streams
- Human Habitats
- Urban and Residential
- Wetlands and Riparian Habitats
Targeted Species:
No targeted species were identified for this project.
Conservation Actions
| Action | Status | Start Year | End Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control invasive plants | Completed | 2016 | 2016 |
Control of invasive plants in riparian area seeded with natives |
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Outcomes
Is the success of this project's actions being monitored? YesMonitoring Activities
Monitoring and control of invasive plants will continue in 2017.
Lessons Learned and/or Suggestions for Similar Activities
Contracting with a knowledgeable and experienced contractor for invasive species control in native plant restoration areas was critical.