The project would partially or completely fill eight onsite wetlands. In total, approximately 6,316 cubic yards will be excavated, and 5,819 cubic yards of fill permanently placed within all excavated wetland features (cumulatively).

This is approximately 70% of the existing wetlands on the property. Wetlands have a huge role in the ecosystem.  

Additionally, the remaining wetlands will be contained on private lots and only protected by deed restrictions which are rarely enforced and easily ignored.   See map of remaing wetlands on private lots

Wetlands are important because they:

• Are a natural firebreak in the event of a wildfire.

• Act as a recharging system, holding excess water that will then feed Videra Creek during the dry summer months. This has the additional benefit of ensuring that Videra Creek is not seasonal.

• Filter stormwater, preserving the quality of the water entering Videra Creek, while also slowing the flow of water, preventing the creek from being flooded and eroding its banks.

• Filter, slow, and absorb stormwater, which eliminates flooding.

• Prevent land erosion in the steeply sloped areas.

• Are a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, who depend on it.

• The wetlands in Videra Oak Meadow are part of the watershed that flows into Videra Creek, which is one of the headwaters of Amazon Creek, sustaining native plants and wildflowers in addition to the wildlife.