Total Acres
371.5
Project Year
2017
Located in the Neuse River Basin of Wayne County NC
The Falling Creek Conservation Mitigation Easement is 371 acres of restored stream, wetland, and forest habitat situated in the middle livestock and row crop agricultural operations near Mt. Olive, North Carolina.
This 371.5-acre conservation easement is a significant win for the Falling Creek watershed. It permanently protects and restores:
- 28,787 linear feet of streams
- 270.2 acres of riparian wetlands
- 1.4 acres of non-riparian wetlands
The restoration of the Easement Property positively impacts three sub-watersheds of Falling Creek which was a NC 303(d) impaired waterway.
This project is crucial for the Neuse River Basin because it actively transforms former agricultural land into healthy ecosystems. By restoring natural buffers and habitats, it improves water quality and provides vital ecological benefits for future generations.
Mitigation Partner
Our Role
Conservation Easement Grantee
Mitigation Type
Stream Restoration & Enhancement
About the Author
Michael brings nearly 20 years of experience to his role as Conservation Director at Unique Places to Save. He has worked to conserve over 200,000 acres across the U.S. while securing over $200M in funding and transacting $500M in land and other real estate.
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