Nature Park Stream Restoration

The goal of this project is to stabilize and restore 2,100 feet of Nature Park stream flowing directly into Beaver Creek, and enhance the natural area surrounding it. Improving the surrounding areas will reduce flooding and improve bank erosion.

Restoration of the stream channel will increase stability and promote self-maintenance by using natural channel design techniques and procedures. This project will improve water quality by reducing streambank erosion rates. Native vegetation will be added. This stream is important because it flows to Jordan Lake, which serves as a drinking water supply.

Status (Updated December 1, 2025): Scoping with consultant for grant implementation and project permitting and construction. 

• Project Lead Contact: Jessica Bolin, PE (Email)
• Estimated Timeline: Project completion end of 2028

Funding

The design of this project was funded through the North Carolina Land and Water Grant funding program. The construction will be funded through a grant awarded by North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources 2025 Flood Resiliency Grant.

Learn more about the grant.

Image below: Map of Nature Park Stream Restoration project extent