The Story of the Hunting Creek Watershed

Hunting Creek is Impaired

Why Care? environmental stewardship economic prosperity c social responsibility SUSTAINABILITY During the height of algal blooms in Lake Rhodhiss, the Town of Valdese estimated an extra $800 per week to treat the drinking water at its treatment facility. - Lake Rhodhiss Study, 2009 An estimated $13,000 per year is by the City of Morganton to armor eroding stream banks, repair the walking track, replace amenities such as trash receptacles, restore electric lines to the light poles, and costs associated with labor. -Daniel Stines, Parks and Recreation, 2010

Goals Improving water quality in the Hunting Creek Watershed. Develop partnerships among the state, county, city, and private citizens to facilitate better land stewardship. Engage the community in water quality awareness and education. Integrate Mission 2030 Plan elements to address community needs. Stimulate economic opportunities in the community and create jobs as management measures are implemented.

What’s Causing Impairment? 1. Impervious surfaces

Causes of Impairment 2. Channel modification 3. Riparian area alteration

Causes of Impairment 3. Other land use practices

Stormwater BMPs Simple BMPs Cistern Rain Barrel

Stormwater BMPs Non-structural BMPs Rain GardenConstructed Wetland

Stormwater BMPs Structural BMPs Underground Infiltration ChambersExtended Detention

Stream Channel Restoration & Riparian Area Enhancement

Intact Forest Protection

Local Government Programs & Practices Catch basin clean out Storm drain stenciling Utility maintenance

Smart Growth and Low Impact Development Stormwater Utility Local Government Programs & Practices

The Hunting Creek Watershed Plan