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Lazarro Run

Location: Cuyahoga County, Ohio. View location map
Construction: Summer 1995

Overview of the Problem

This small, steep headwater stream became unstable as a result of residential development in the watershed. Storm water routing and added impervious surface increased the frequency and volume of the channel forming flows, resulting in an unstable and unsightly channel. The channel quickly became entrenched and downcut 6 feet, causing massive slope failures, debris dams and flooding..

Restoration Solution

The restoration approach involved a Priority 1 restoration, converting stream type from G to B2a and raising the streambed back to pre-development elevations in the valley. The restored stream geometry was stable, functional, and efficient at moving sediment.

Before restoration After restoration

Project Contacts
Steve Phillips, Oxbow River & Stream Restoration, Inc.

Additional Details

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Ohio Stream Restoration Projects

Click in the list below to find out details about a specific restoration project.

  1. Tinkers Creek
  2. Lazarro Run
  3. Furnace Run
  4. Mill Creek at Highland Hills
  5. Woodiebrook
  6. Grant Run
  7. Marsh Run
  8. Bear Run Tributary
  9. Darby Creek
  10. Brandywine
  11. East Fork of Mill Creek
  12. Dug Run
  13. Flat Rock Creek

 

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