2001 Reedy River Report: Managing a Watershed

2001 Reedy River Report: Managing a Watershed

Park Plan

The 2001 "Reedy River Report" provides a comprehensive watershed management plan for Greenville’s Reedy River, focusing on water quality, stormwater control, and ecosystem preservation. Funded by the EPA and coordinated by a multi-stakeholder task force, the report emphasizes reducing stormwater runoff, controlling contaminant levels, and restoring the river’s riparian zones. Key recommendations include creating a 100-foot riparian buffer, enhancing public access points, removing floodplain structures, and implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) for agriculture and stormwater systems. The plan highlights the importance of community engagement and proposes establishing the Reedy River Development Corporation to oversee sustainable river management, balancing environmental health with urban and recreational needs.

**Keywords**: watershed management, water quality, riparian buffer, stormwater control, Reedy River preservation
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SC Department of Natural Resources

2001