September 18, 2021
2021-09-18T09:00:00
Nelson Street and College Parkway
Rockville, MD 20850
Upper Watts Branch Stream Restoration Walk
Saturday, September 18, 2021
Join City of Rockville staff for a tour of the Upper Watts Branch Forest Preserve Stream Restoration three years after installation. The project, completed in 2018, enhanced and restored over 2,000 linear feet of stream, protected public utilities, and reestablished forested wetland habitat. The project won second place for Best Stream Restoration in the Chesapeake Stormwater Network’s 2021 Best Urban BMP in the Bay Awards.
Be prepared to walk on forested trails. Sturdy closed toed shoes and bug spray are recommended. All attendees must bring a face covering and follow the latest Montgomery County guidelines regarding face coverings and social distancing. RSVP to environment@rockvillemd.gov by Tuesday, Sept. 13.
Can’t make it to the walk? View the updated Upper Watts Branch Stream Virtual Tour at https://tinyurl.com/upperwatts.