PUTAH CREEK RIPARIAN RESTORATION PROJECT

CLASS: LDA 120 - Advanced Computer Graphics

INSTRUCTOR: Victoria Mohr

LOCATION: Davis, CA

AREA: 37 Acres

SOFTWARE: GIS - RHINO - PHOTOSHOP - ILLUSTRATOR

YEAR: Winter Quarter 2023

Flood Intensity

RIPARIAN REPAIR: PUTAH CREEK RESTORATION

Putah Creek use to be home to an expansive riparian habitat that would extend for a mile. Nowadays, it is difficult for riparian habitats to form along the creek because of the lack of flooding. Minimal flooding is caused by steep embankments that confine the channel. My individual proposal tries to remedy the issue by flattening the surrounding area to increase the size of the floodplain. More frequent and wider inundation will will allow for riparian habitats to florish. Additionally, a side channel and backwater areas are to be added so that more of the floodplain is in close contact with water.

Another issue that plagues Putah creek is the oversized channel. These large channels creates pools of stagnant water. This plan proposes narrower channels to promote better water circulation and movement.