Nature-Based Solutions Tool

Reconnecting Rivers to Floodplains

American Rivers

This guidebook describes how to perform a floodplain reconnection project in four easy-to-follow steps. This resource also provides characteristics of a functional floodplain to provide a standard for successful projects.

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Audience

Restoration managers, communities, land use planners, decision makers

Expertise Required

Low

Geography

National

Relevant Phases

Design, Quantifying Benefits, Monitoring/Assessment

Tool Type

Informational Resources

Last Updated

2016

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