Case Studies of Low-Tech PBR
Case studies are critical for grounding the concepts in this design manual. As the list of case studies is always growing, we do not summarize them in a static chapter but instead refer the reader below to an annotated bibliography of case studies maintained on this website. Note most PDFs are available for download from ResearchGate for free if you create an account.
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The two case studies that gave LTPBR its initial credibility were:
- Bridge Creek IMW, Oregon for BDAs
- Asotin Creek IMW, Washington for PALS
These are also covered in Module 2.
If you have a report on the planning, design, or evaluation of your own LTPBR case study and would like it added to the list below, Submit your Project as Case Study.
From Authors
We add our reports, presentations, and publications to our ResearchGate Project on Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration regularly.
Examples of Resource Inventories & Prioritization Plans
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| Report Citation | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Hill, A. et al. 2019. Panther Creek Riverscapes Assessment | Comprehensive riverscapes assessment to inform prioritization | Panther Creek, Idaho (Network-Scale) |
| Hill, A. et al. 2019. Panther Creek Riverscapes Conceptual Restoration Plan | Conceptual Restoration Plan | Panther Creek, Idaho (Network-Scale) |
| Shahverdian, S.M. et al. 2018. Baugh Creek Post-Fire Emergency Restoration | Rapid assessment post-Sharps fire | Baugh Creek, Idaho (Project-Scale) |
| Bennett, S.N. et al. 2018. Asotin County Conceptual Restoration Plan | Facilitated prioritization process | Asotin County, WA (Network-Scale) |
| Bennett, S.N. et al. 2018. Asotin County Watershed Assessment | Informed restoration priorities | Asotin Creek, WA (Network-Scale) |
| Shahverdian, S. et al. 2017. Grouse Creek Watershed Restoration Plan | Demonstration project with Utah partners | Grouse Creek, Utah (Network-Scale) |
| Portugal, E. et al. 2015. Pine Creek Watershed Scoping Plan | Feasibility of BDAs | Pine Creek, Oregon (Network-Scale) |
| O'Brien G, Wheaton JM 2015. River Styles Report for Middle Fork John Day | Complete geomorphic assessment | Middle Fork John Day, Oregon (Network-Scale) |
| Wheaton JM et al. 2012. Asotin Creek Restoration Plan | Original HDLWD & PALS report | Asotin Creek, WA (Project-Scale) |
Examples of Design & Implementation Reports
| Report Citation | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Weber, N. et al. 2020. Willow Springs Restoration Design | 0.7 mile section restoration in Oregon | Whychus Creek, Oregon |
| Shahverdian, S.M. 2020. Lower Baugh Creek Phase II Restoration | Phase II follow-up | Baugh Creek, Idaho |
| Shahverdian, S.M. et al. 2018. Baugh Creek Post-Fire Design | 150 structures over 5 miles | Baugh Creek, Idaho |
| Shahverdian, S. and Wheaton, J. 2017. Grouse Creek Restoration Design Report | Demonstration project | Grouse Creek, Utah |
| Shahverdian, SM. and Wheaton, JM. 2017. Birch Creek Restoration Design Report | Small demonstration in Utah | Birch Creek, Utah |
| Portugal, E. et al. 2015. Pine Creek Pilot Design Report | Pilot BDA | Pine Creek, Oregon |
| Pollock, M. et al. 2011. Bridge Creek Design Memo | NOAA tech memo | Bridge Creek, Oregon |
From Others
If you have or know of a great example, you can Submit your Project as Case Study.
| Report Citation | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Three Mile Creek - WATS 5350 Capstone Class - 2018 | Designed and built by USU students | Three Mile Creek, Utah |
| Gregory Lewallen et al. 2017. Chapter 11—Beaver Restoration Case Studies in The Beaver Restoration Guidebook | Collection of examples | Throughout Western US |