Restoration Projects
Overview
Dredging
Big Canyon
West Bay
Bayview
Vista Point
Watershed
 

 

An area of approximately 154 square miles of urban Orange County drains into Upper Newport Bay. Storm water runoff from this watershed brings with it trash, and other less-obvious pollutants including bacteria and other pathogens, and sediment. The proximity of the surrounding communities brings other threats such as non-native plant invasions and detrimental recreational use that cross jurisdictional boundaries. Several endangered bird and plant species are found here that must be protected. All of these factors must be taken into account when restoration projects are considered. Several major projects are underway. Information will added to and/or updated on the various web pages listed. Please check back periodically to find out about these projects.



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