On Thursday night between 6:30 to 8:30 pm, the Friends of Marsh Creek Watershed will host the Contra Costa Flood Control District to discuss the role that Flood Control plays in protecting homes and helping restore environmental resources.
According to FOMCW after World War II, the population of Contra Costa expanded dramatically. Due to this rapid growth, many homes and businesses were built in low lying areas susceptible to flooding. In 1951, as a result of prior widespread flooding, the Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District was formed to provide flood protection. Over the past 59 years, the Flood Control District has completed many major flood control projects in Contra Costa County in order to make it a better and safer place to live.
Today, the Flood Control District’s mission has expanded to include stewardship of the environmental resources in the district-owned creeks including Marsh Creek.
If you go:
April 23, 2015 at Liberty Union High School District Offices located at 20 Oak Street, Brentwood, Ca
Interesting Links:
Historical Ecology of East Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County Watershed Atlas (big file)
Contra Costa County Flood Control 50 Year Plan
Upcoming Events:
May 9: Marsh Creek Reservoir Tour
Join us for a hike in an area of Marsh Creek normally closed off to the public. Marsh Creek reservoir was built almost 60 years ago to help protect the surrounding areas from flooding. Mercury washed down from the Mercury Min off Morgan Territory road and that sediment lies in the Marsh Creek Reservoir. The Contra Costa Flood Control is working to contain the mercury issue and hopefully expand the reservoir for better flood control protection. Right next door is the John Marsh House that is being repaired and restored by the Marsh Historic Trust. East Bay Regional Park District is working to open up parts of the Marsh Creek State Park adjacent to the reservoir and Marsh House. Meet representatives from all these agencies and enjoyed a very scenic and fairly easy walk.
We recommend you park off the road and carefully walk to the main gate on Marsh Creek Road. Wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Heavy rain will cancel the event (we could only hope!!). Weather can start off cool and warm up quickly so layers are always recommended. Bring water & snack if you need to. The photography opportunities are terrific here! (RSVP – click here)
May 14th FOMCW Meeting
Celebrating Environmental Sciencein the High Schools and Student Volunteers
June 15th
First Day of Summer Internships
June 24th
Oakley and Contra Costa County Trash Assessments
June 25th
FOMCW Meeting & Tour @ Creekside Park in Brentwood
June 27th
Three Creeks Tour & Kickoff Celebration (Central Ave in Brentwood)
July 23rd
FOMCW Meeting & Tour @ Creekside Park in Oakley
