El Coronado Ranch

An experiment in habitat and land restoration in Arizona

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"Before" = erosion by heavy floods:

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"After" = A managed stream flow and habitat:

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Loose rock dams manage water flow:

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Loose rock dams collect silt:

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The silt enhances grass and plant growth:

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A traditional gabion with anchors into streambed

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The rock gabion has prevented erosion and enabled plant growth

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Heavily eroded area has been studded with willow poles:

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"After"— a lush riparian area has been created:

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A major earthworks to prevent further erosion:

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Aerial view of gabions scattered throughout the countryside:

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Groundwater levels were raised 10 feet and a wild life refuge was saved!

El Coronado Ranch
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