Wet swale - recommended short term (3-Year) maintenance schedule for carpenter creek project
| Task | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mowing: Conducted twice in the first and second years; once annually thereafter if needed to control invasive species. Late June and late August are ideal mowing dates. |
2, 3 | 2, 3 | |
| Herbicide Application: Conducted at least twice annually for weed control, or as supplement to mowing and brushing. |
2, 3 | 2, 3 | 2, 3 |
| Supplemental Seeding/Planting: Only if required to meet guarantees for native vegetation cover. | 2, 3 | 2, 3 | 2, 3 |
| Supplemental Woody Species Removal: Conducted as needed to meet performance standards, preferably during winter months. |
1, 4 | 1, 4 | 1, 4 |
| Debris Removal/In-stream Structure Repair: Inspect & Repair as needed. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3, 4 |