4100 Meadow Wood Drive was the home that won the project design and implementation.
The project is underway!
The first priority was to remove junipers which were a fire hazard then stabilize the steep slope to reduce stormwater runoff.
Removing junipers was very labor intensive!
Next, the slope was graded and covered with compost.
Erosion control was accomplished by using a combination of jute mesh over the slope followed by a vinca planting.
The slope stabilization is completed by adding rock.
Tanacetum (painted daisies) were planted and rocks placed adjacent to Combs Canyon Road to reduce runoff.
Long view of finished product on Combs Canyon Road.
Thanks to the businesses, organizations, and individuals who contributed to the success of this project:
Business BMP Installation Partners:
Western Environment Landscaping, Cinderlite Rock & Sand, Greenhouse Garden Center, Landscape Maintenance Services, Spherion Staffing, and Western Nevada Supply.
Project Partners:
Carson City/Stormwater Floodplain Program, Nevada Department of Environmental Protection, Carson Water Subconservancy District, Nevada Tahoe Conservation District, UNR Cooperative Extension, & the Nevada Fire Safe Council.
Special thanks to Paul and Judy Corrado for all their hard work and extra efforts towards making this first BMP project a huge success!
