Floodplain Restoration, Legacy Sediments Workshop Set for October 26
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The Brandywine and Red Clay Valley Associations are sponsoring a workshop, “Legacy Sediments: The Next Frontier in Stormwater Management” on October 26 at the Holiday Inn in West Chester.

Dr. Dorothy Merritts and Dr. Robert Walter. from Franklin & Marshall College will discuss the science behind the formation and characteristics of legacy systems and their experience on DEP’s Legacy Sediment Work Group.

Mark Gutshall and Ward Oberholtzer, from LandStudies, Inc. will talk about case studies in dealing with legacy sediments and the potential multiple benefits of floodplain restoration within watersheds.

Mark Lucas, East Bradford Township Engineer, will present information on legacy sediments from a municipal perspective.

For more information download the workshop brochure.


10/20/2006

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