Stevens Creek Restoration
The restoration of the Stevens Creek Corridor has strengthened this watershed’s resilience, activated the area, and created ecological benefits.
Stevens Creek Restoration – Phase 2
Project Description
Restoration, Installation & Maintenance
The restoration of the Stevens Creek Corridor has been a huge success since it’s initial planning in 2006 with the development of the Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan. The project has recently been recognized four times with awards in various environmental categories. The project included 60 acres of upland oak woodland habitat restored along newly shaped Stevens Creek between McClellan Road and Stevens Creek Boulevard in Cupertino. ECI performed the habitat establishment portion of the work for both installation phases.
The entire project was a tremendous effort by several state and local agencies all working together with the assistance of dozens of contractors. Phase 2, completed in 2014, has been under restoration maintenance by ECI with a focus on ensuring plant establishment and control of invasive weed species.
Project Awards
- Santa Clara Valley Runoff Pollution Prevention Program Site Design Award; Public Works Project of the Year in the Environmental Category;
- California Parks & Recreation Society District 4 Award of Excellence for Design
Landscape Architect: SSA Landscape Architects, Inc
Restoration Contractor: Ecological Concerns Inc
Project Goals
Realign Stevens Creek; Riparian Restoration; Oak Woodland Restoration; Improved Habitat for Steelhead and Other Species; Accessible Trail and Park for Public Awareness
Project Services
Project Management; Erosion Control; Irrigation Installation; Hydroseeding; Willow Stake Planting; Watershed Specific Plant Material; Box Tree Installation; Riparian Plant Installation; Plant Protection Installation; Maintenance and Monitoring
