This project is a great example of how owners of acreages can improve their landscape through small retentions. The berm is only 34m long and in a few years will be nearly invisible on the landscape. Though the watershed-wide impact is small, it creates large impact in the area, restoring wildlife habitat and increasing the infiltration of water into the soil.
Small Wetland Restoration
Southeast of Steinbach
Benefits
- Restored a drained class 2 wetland
- Improves and restores wildlife habitat
Characteristics
- Holds approximately 1 acre foot of water*
- The berm is 34m long and 20cm high at the highest point
- Stretches across an old drain, restricting flow
- Tapered ends of the berm allow for flood waters to move around the berm
