News  Coonamessett River Restoration Project Phase II Kicks off (Falmouth)

In late October over 50 people gathered by the Coonamessett River to cut the ribbon for the new Swift’s Crossing boardwalk, unveil an interpretive sign, and break ground for the second phase of the Coonamesset River Restoration Project. This phase of work will restore an additional 30+ acres of riparian wetland corridor and 3,000 linear feet of the Coonamessett River, remove a valley-spanning earthen dike/dam, and replace an undersized culvert along John Parker Road. Phase 1 of this restoration work was completed in May 2018, and included 10 acres of riparian wetland corridor restoration, 1,700 linear feet of river restoration, and removal of the first dam from the ocean. For more information, view this video which covers the first phase of the Coonamessett Restoration Project including how the project came about and footage of the newly restored wetland areas.

Image: The groundbreaking event to cut the ribbon on a new boardwalk and launch the second phase of restoration work.