FLOOD-12
Replant bare or disturbed areas to reduce runoff, improve water uptake, and reduce erosion and sedimentation in streams.
Benefits: Vegetation acts as a natural buffer to protect water quality during flood events by filtering contaminants and reducing flows of sedimentation through soil stabilization. Replanting bare or disturbed areas would reduce flood-related water quality impacts in Sacramento County.
Timeframe: Near term
The County routinely replants bare or disturbed areas and requires the same of private developments that disturb land. This is required through various County ordinances and the Stormwater Quality Program. The County is also a financial supporter and regional partner in the Stormwater Quality Partnership which provides a comprehensive, one-stop webpage to understand stormwater issues and regulations.
Updated 12/28/23
