Naramata Bench Shoreline Restoration
Kelowna, BC

Extreme lake flood levels during spring 2017 resulted in erosion of over-steep slopes fronting a redevelopment of a residence in North Naramata. Impacts to the riparian area were mitigated by removing fill to a stable grade and adding logs to create terraces. The terraces were also stabilized with rocks and grass seed. Native shrubs and trees will be installed during spring 2019.

Shoreline area below the new residence after flood damage during 2017. Note highwater mark stake at right of photo. Photo facing east.
Shoreline restoration area after initial establishment of grass on terraces created by rocks and logs. Note the highwater mark stake at right of photo. What was eroded and unattractive is now on its way to naturalized beauty.
Impacted and eroded shoreline after spring 2017 flood damage. Photo facing west.
Shoreline facing west after restoration (fall 2018) but before tree and shrub installation.

  • Riparian Areas Regulation (RAR) Approval
  • Provincial Approval
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Invasive Tree Removal Plan
  • Nature-scape Restoration Plan
  • Access Management Plan
  • Municipal Watercourse Development Permit Approval
  • Green Shores Shoreline Restoration

Project Photos

WoodChipAddition
InvasiveWeeds
DuringWest
DuringTransplants
DownSlope
BeforeWest
BeforeSW
BeforeSteepSlope
BeforeSouthHW
BeforeSouth
BeforePathToLake
BeforePanorama
BeforeGuestPath
BeforeFromPath
BeforeEastLowWater
BeforeEastClose
BeforeEast
BeforeAlongShoreWest
BeforeAlongShoreEast
AlongShoreEast
AfterWestupSlope
AfterWest
AfterSouthWestatPoint
AfterSouth
AfterPanorama
AfterNorth
AfterFromPath
AfterEast
AfterAlongShore
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