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About Abram Creek: Pre-settlement conditions of the Abram Creek watershed included forested land cover consisting of hardwood upland and swamp forests in the upper watershed and hemlock dominated ravines in the stream’s lower reaches. A series of wetland complexes approximately three miles long connected by low gradient stream channels comprised what was known as the “Podunk Swamp.” This area once harbored bog habitats, and was previously mined for peat.
Urbanization of the watershed and the construction of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport have resulted in the loss or reduction in size of the wetland complexes as well as the channelization and re-routing of significant segments of the upper portions of Abram Creek to create land for building, flood control, and the disposal of foundry sands and solid waste materials. De-forestation of the watershed and the cumulative addition of impervious surfaces have changed the hydrology of the stream significantly, resulting in lower base flows and higher peak flows associated with storm events. Although the reduction of wetland acreage in the upper Abram Creek watershed has been extensive, ecologically important wetland areas continue to exist, such as the wetland complex surrounding Lake Abram, which has been identified as an important migratory bird sanctuary. -excerpt form 2001 Rocky River TMDL |
Cleveland Metroparks Chief of Natural ResourcesJohn Mack to Speak on Restoration Plans for the Upper Abram Creek/Lake-to-Lake Trail Ecosystem |
Location:Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center24000 Valley Parkway, North Olmsted(in the Rocky River Reservation) |
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The mission of the Rocky River Watershed Council is to protect, restore, and perpetuate a healthy watershed through public education, watershed planning, communication, and coordination among stakeholders. |
Time: 7:00 pm |
Date: 10/23/2008 |
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Interested in joining the Rocky River Watershed Council? A membership in the RRWC directly supports the only organization solely dedicated to protecting and restoring the Rocky River Watershed. Visit www.MyRockyRiver.org for more info and to download a membership form. |
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Please join us on Thursday, October 23rd for this presentation as well as Watershed Council news and updates. The quarterly meetings of the Rocky River Watershed Council are free and open to the public. Anyone with an interest in the Rocky River and its watershed is encouraged to attend. |
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Additional Upcoming Events:
October 14, 2008 — Level 2 Macroinvertebrate Monitoring Workshop Cuyahoga Valley National Park. For those interested in receiving level 2 Qualified Data Collector certification. Space is limited, so act fast if you are interested. For more information and to register, please contact Jerry Iles at iles.9@osu.edu or 740-250-3929.
October 22, 2008 — Rain Barrel Workshop—Make your own Rain Barrel 6:00—7:30 PM at the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. Cost is $35. Participants construct their own rain barrels. Register by calling Rocky River Nature Center at 440-734-6660. Visit www.cuyahogaswcd.org for additional information. |
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Abram Creek |