Stream Bank Stabilization

The stream bank before stabilization

The stream bank before stabilization

A coffer dam is built with a bridge on which to set the machine

The stream bed is not altered or contaminated during work

Stones are placed for retaining wall

Stones are placed for retaining wall

The stones are fit as tightly together as possible

Backfill is used for stability and drainage

An upper wall is built to create a terraced back yard

An upper wall is built to create a terraced back yard

An upper wall is built to create a terraced back yard

Small steps join the new back yard to the upper stone wall

A clean edge overhangs the stream

The upper and lower walls have created a level, stable back yard

Trees have been planted at the base of the bottom wall

The stabilized stream bank creates a safe, usable back yard