Modify channels to improve stream conditions and reduce flooding. Work with relevant agencies and landowners to determine feasibility to implement measure.
High (implementation) – one of the most costly stream restoration techniques
Moderate – will likely require consistent maintenance
Moderate/High – helps reduce flood risk in the area but may take a long time to see benefits
Low – reconfiguring streams will require extensive planning, permitting, consultation, potential land acquisitions and impact consideration on adjacent communities
DEC permitting; costs; ecosystem disturbance; lack of jurisdiction
Ensure that reconfiguring stream channels does not have negative impacts for downstream communities, or mitigate downstream impacts with additional measures (e.g. NBS).
