The East Prong Roaring River stream restoration project is a collaborative effort between the NC Wetlands Restoration Program, NC Division of Parks and Recreation, and the NC Stream Restoration Institute.  The project includes nearly 2 miles of stream restoration within the boundaries of the Stone Mountain State Park. 

Stone Mountain State Park was purchased by the state of North Carolina in the early 1960s. Prior to this purchase, all the streams in the alluvial valley portion of the park were modified to improve agricultural production. Field observations suggest that tributary streams in the alluvial valley were straightened. A large portion of Reach 4 was used for gravel mining. As part of this operation, the East Prong was channelized, impounded and moved several times, resulting in destabilization of the channel. 

This project will utilize the priciples of natural channel design to restore the river to a stable state to improve its form and function.  With this improvement, comes better fisheries, healthier riparian areas, and better water quality.
 
 

PHOTOS

2001 NCSU"Perspectives" Magazine  Article

FUNDING AGENCY      North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program

COOPERATORS

NC Department of Parks and Recreation:
Stone Mountain State Park

NC Wildlife Resources Commission

Riffle in Reach 1

Riffle in Reach 2

Bank Erosion

Bank Eosion