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Simpson Creek Headwaters Restoration
Natural Solutions, Clean Water, Vibrant Future
Mission of the Project
Mission of the Project
The Simpson Creek Headwaters Restoration project re-imagines Landen-Deerfield Park Pond (located at 2258 US 22&3, Maineville, OH 45039) as a natural stream channel, wetland, and pond system to improve water quality in the Little Miami River Watershed while delivering additional benefits including nature play, nature-based outdoor recreation, educational opportunities, and reduced long-term maintenance cost and flooding risk.
Benefits
Benefits
A nearly $1 million investment into Landen Deerfield Park.
Water Quality
Water Quality
Natural streams, wetlands, and naturalized stream edges are more effective at removing pollutants from our local waters.
Natural streams also provide habitat for aquatic and terrestrial wildlife.
Nature Play & Recreation
Nature Play & Recreation
The project will incorporate nature play elements, enabling children to safely interact with the water.
Trails and observation areas will give park guests more opportunities to connect with nature. A 1/2 acre pond will be maintained for fishing.
Nature Education
Nature Education
Interpretive signs will explain how natural stream systems benefit our environment.
The project site will serve as a setting for nature education programs and volunteer events.
Public Safety &
Long-Term Maintenance
Public Safety &
Long-Term Maintenance
Replacing the 3-acre pond with a natural stream and pond will reduce downstream flooding risk and maintenance costs for the dam.
It will also save millions of dollars in dredging costs.
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