A creek running past an eroded red clay bank with exposed tree roots in spring woodland.

Toadstool | Conservation Easement

Total Acres

79.7

Project Year

2025

 
Located in Caswell County NC

The Toadstool Mitigation Project is a 79.9-acre ecological restoration effort located in the Cape Fear River Basin. Developed by Water & Land Solutions and protected in perpetuity by Unique Places to Save, the project restores degraded streams and floodplain wetlands in the Stony Creek subwatershed—an area facing increasing development and agricultural pressure.

The project restores or enhances over 19,000 linear feet of stream and reestablishes 0.77 acres of riparian wetlands. Restoration methods include raising streambeds, reconnecting floodplains, installing natural in-stream structures, and planting native vegetation. These actions reduce sediment and nutrient runoff, improve habitat for aquatic life, and support the ecological health of Benton Branch and downstream waters.

The site includes tributaries to Lake Burlington and is adjacent to an existing mitigation bank, creating a connected and protected wildlife corridor. Unique Places to Save holds the conservation easement and ensures long-term stewardship, aligning with its mission to protect land and water for future generations.

Mitigation Partner

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Our Role

Conservation Easement Grantee

Mitigation Type

Stream & Wetland
Restoration & Conservation

About the AuthorMichael Scisco

Michael brings nearly 20 years of experience to his role as Trusted Conservation Advisor 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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