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Environment and Sustainability

Bullards Park Stream Restoration Spot Repair

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The Bullards Park Stream Restoration Spot Repair, completed in the winter of 2020, protected public infrastructure from erosion and stabilized an intermittent tributary to Watts Branch within the Potomac River Watershed. The project enhanced the watershed through stream restoration, wetland enhancement, and invasive species control (bamboo).

The project:

  • Stabilized the stream.
  • Reduced erosion threatening public infrastructure, private property, and mature trees.
  • Reestablished native vegetation.
  • Protected existing wetlands and forested areas.
  • Reduced pollutants to the Chesapeake Bay.

Progress Photos

Large rocks and overgrown plants line the edge of a paved path near a small creek, with roadside signs visible in the background.
Before Construction
A fenced drainage area with rocks runs next to a small house and leafless trees on an overcast day; signs and a sidewalk are visible in the foreground.
Post-Construction
A small stream flows through a green, wooded area bordered by large stone blocks and dense vegetation under bright sunlight.
Four Years Post-Construction

Project Budget

  • Cost of Design: $108,000
  • Cost of Construction: $692,000

Project Timeline

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    Project Initiated
    April 20, 2017

    Design contract awarded to BayLand Consultants and Designers, Inc.

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    Schematic Design (30% Completed)
    June 11, 2018
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    Initial Public Meeting
    June 12, 2018
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    Preliminary Design (60% Completed)
    Oct. 12, 2018

    View presentation exhibits.

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    Second Community Meeting
    Feb. 7, 2019
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    Final Design Completed
    June 6, 2019

    View presentation exhibits.

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    Advertisement for Construction
    Oct. 3, 2019
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    Mayor and Council Award
    Jan. 6, 2020

    Construction contract awarded to Old Line Construction, Inc.

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    Bamboo Harvest and Preliminary Site Delineation
    April 2020
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    Construction Began
    Summer 2020
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    Construction Completed
    Winter 2020

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Public Works Department
Environmental Management Division
240-314-8870
environment@rockvillemd.gov

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Taft Center
6 Taft Court
Rockville, MD 20850