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The restoration of Nine Mile Creek, completed in 2014, included a new creek bottom, improved shoreline habitat, and wetlands.

September 2018 - The restoration of Nine Mile Creek, completed in 2014, included a new creek bottom, improved shoreline habitat, and wetlands.
Katie Moranz (left closest to shore), a habitat expert with Parsons, shares information about the wooded wetlands at the mouth of Nine Mile Creek, designed for varying water conditions during the year.

August 2018 - Katie Moranz (left closest to shore), a habitat expert with Parsons, shares information about the wooded wetlands at the mouth of Nine Mile Creek, designed for varying water conditions during the year.
Nine Mile Creek and restored habitat along the creek have become home to more than 145 fish, bird and other wildlife species since completion of the creek restoration in 2014.

August 2018 - Nine Mile Creek and restored habitat along the creek have become home to more than 145 fish, bird and other wildlife species since completion of the creek restoration in 2014.
An Eastern black swallowtail caterpillar is spotted in restored habitat along the shoreline near Nine Mile Creek.

August 2018 - An Eastern black swallowtail caterpillar is spotted in restored habitat along the shoreline near Nine Mile Creek.
American bur-reed (yellow flowers), a marsh species, has tubers used historically for food and medicinal purposes by certain Native American people.

August 2018 - American bur-reed (yellow flowers), a marsh species, has tubers used historically for food and medicinal purposes by certain Native American people.
Biodegradable coir logs, made from coconut fiber, are placed in a wetland area to reduce erosion and provide structure for plantings until established.

August 2018 - Biodegradable coir logs, made from coconut fiber, are placed in a wetland area to reduce erosion and provide structure for plantings until established.
Mallard ducklings rest on a coir log in Nine Mile Creek while their mother keeps watch.

August 2018 - Mallard ducklings rest on a coir log in Nine Mile Creek while their mother keeps watch.
More than two miles of Nine Mile Creek were remediated and restored into a diverse new habitat for wildlife.

August 2018 - More than two miles of Nine Mile Creek were remediated and restored into a diverse new habitat for wildlife.
A male Bufflehead feeds in the open water at Nine Mile Creek. The Bufflehead is North America’s smallest diving duck.

February 2018 - A male Bufflehead feeds in the open water at Nine Mile Creek. The Bufflehead is North America’s smallest diving duck.
Honeywell’s restoration of Nine Mile Creek also included enhancing stream conditions for fish spawning and migration. To date, 21 fish species have been documented in Nine Mile Creek since completion of the work.

August 2017 - Honeywell’s restoration of Nine Mile Creek also included enhancing stream conditions for fish spawning and migration. To date, 21 fish species have been documented in Nine Mile Creek since completion of the work.
The restoration of Nine Mile Creek included 5 acres of re-created wetlands.

August 2017 - The restoration of Nine Mile Creek included 5 acres of re-created wetlands.
An American mink is spotted on a log along the creek bank. Minks live near water and are good swimmers. They are carnivorous and will eat fish, frogs, reptiles or small mammals.

August 2017 - An American mink is spotted on a log along the creek bank. Minks live near water and are good swimmers. They are carnivorous and will eat fish, frogs, reptiles or small mammals.
Wild bergamot is a colorful native perennial that is a source of nectar for pollinators such as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

August 2017 - Wild bergamot is a colorful native perennial that is a source of nectar for pollinators such as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.
The Eastern Kingbird is expert at catching flying insects and supplements its diet with berries. Eastern Kingbirds are summer visitors, migrating to South America in winter.

July 2017 - The Eastern Kingbird is expert at catching flying insects and supplements its diet with berries. Eastern Kingbirds are summer visitors, migrating to South America in winter.
Restored wetlands at the mouth of Nine Mile Creek (left) were designed to adapt to varying water level conditions through the year as waters flood over banks and recede.

July 2017 - Restored wetlands at the mouth of Nine Mile Creek (left) were designed to adapt to varying water level conditions through the year as waters flood over banks and recede.
A male Red-Winged Blackbird perched atop a tree sings. Red-Winged Blackbirds nest in wetland areas; males are territorial during breeding season.

June 2017 - A male Red-Winged Blackbird perched atop a tree sings. Red-Winged Blackbirds nest in wetland areas; males are territorial during breeding season.
This Killdeer hatchling’s parent is probably nearby. Killdeer chicks are able to walk already upon hatching (but not fly), following their parents foraging for food on the ground.

May 2017 - This Killdeer hatchling’s parent is probably nearby. Killdeer chicks are able to walk already upon hatching (but not fly), following their parents foraging for food on the ground.
Male Mallards swim in calm waters along the banks of Nine Mile Creek.

May 2017 - Male Mallards swim in calm waters along the banks of Nine Mile Creek.
Geddes Brook Wetlands and Nine Mile Creek are hosting a wide range of wildlife species that have returned to the area. I-695 is seen on the left.

November 2016 - Geddes Brook Wetlands and Nine Mile Creek are hosting a wide range of wildlife species that have returned to the area. I-695 is seen on the left.
A Least Sandpiper wades near the creek bank.

September 2016 - A Least Sandpiper wades near the creek bank.
A northern red oak planted near Nine Mile Creek will provide increasing cover, nesting sites and acorns for wildlife as it ages.

August 2016 - A northern red oak planted near Nine Mile Creek will provide increasing cover, nesting sites and acorns for wildlife as it ages.
Blue flag iris bloom along the shores of Nine Mile Creek.

June 2016 - Blue flag iris bloom along the shores of Nine Mile Creek.
Eastern ninebark, also known as common or Atlantic ninebark, is a native species that grows well in moist soils along streams.

June 2016 - Eastern ninebark, also known as common or Atlantic ninebark, is a native species that grows well in moist soils along streams.
Biodegradable coir logs are placed along the banks of Nine Mile Creek to protect soil and plants from wave erosion. The logs may be made of coconut or aspen fibers, straw, or other natural materials. A temporary road into the creek (right) is used in capping operations.

May 2016 - Biodegradable coir logs are placed along the banks of Nine Mile Creek to protect soil and plants from wave erosion. The logs may be made of coconut or aspen fibers, straw, or other natural materials. A temporary road into the creek (right) is used in capping operations.

Members of the Garden Center Association of Central New York gather at Nine Mile Creek to plant an American sycamore tree.

April 2016 - Members of the Garden Center Association of Central New York gather at Nine Mile Creek to plant an American sycamore tree.
The Association chose the location for the commemorative tree for its proximity to restored wetlands at Nine Mile Creek. The Nine Mile Creek cleanup was completed in 2014.

April 2016 - The Association chose the location for the commemorative tree for its proximity to restored wetlands at Nine Mile Creek. The Nine Mile Creek cleanup was completed in 2014.
The wildlife camera captures an American mink that built a den around some rocks.

December 2015 - The wildlife camera captures an American mink that built a den around some rocks.
The banks near the mouth of Nine Mile Creek planted just one year ago now grow a tapestry of native species.

October 2015 - The banks near the mouth of Nine Mile Creek planted just one year ago now grow a tapestry of native species.
The Nine Mile Creek corridor now thrives with a variety of native plants and trees.

September 2015 - The Nine Mile Creek corridor now thrives with a variety of native plants and trees.
A Lesser Yellowlegs wades in Nine Mile Creek seeking prey in shallow waters.

August 2015 - A Lesser Yellowlegs wades in Nine Mile Creek seeking prey in shallow waters.

Giant bur-reed, or broadfruit bur-reed, is a native emergent wetland species growing in shallow waters. The burs are seed pods remaining after flowers lose their petals.

July 2015 - Giant bur-reed, or broadfruit bur-reed, is a native emergent wetland species growing in shallow waters. The burs are seed pods remaining after flowers lose their petals.
The forested wetlands near Onondaga Lake are adapted to high water conditions expected each spring.

June 2015 - The forested wetlands near Onondaga Lake are adapted to high water conditions expected each spring.
Yellow birdsfoot trefoil blooms along the banks of Nine Mile Creek (background), along with cow vetch (purple flower).

June 2015 - Yellow birdsfoot trefoil blooms along the banks of Nine Mile Creek (background), along with cow vetch (purple flower).

A male Mallard naps next to a quiet Nine Mile Creek.

June 2015 - A male Mallard naps next to a quiet Nine Mile Creek.

A sparrow lands atop a stalk of mullein past flowering, where a Red-winged Blackbird is perched.

June 2015 - A sparrow lands atop a stalk of mullein past flowering, where a Red-winged Blackbird is perched.
Foxglove beardtongue, flowering next to the creek, is a native perennial favored by hummingbirds and other pollinators.

June 2015 - Foxglove beardtongue, flowering next to the creek, is a native perennial favored by hummingbirds and other pollinators.

This native bur oak burst forth with leaves after a long winter dormancy.

May 2015 - This native bur oak burst forth with leaves after a long winter dormancy.
New banks are built along the mouth of Nine Mile Creek, planted, and covered with biodegradable erosion control fabric.

October 2014 - New banks are built along the mouth of Nine Mile Creek, planted, and covered with biodegradable erosion control fabric.

Forested wetlands, completed late 2013, adjacent to the mouth of Nine Mile Creek and Onondaga Lake.

October 2014 - Forested wetlands, completed late 2013, adjacent to the mouth of Nine Mile Creek and Onondaga Lake.

On October 15, the Nine Mile Creek construction team marks completion of the Nine Mile Creek cleanup and restoration.

October 2014 - On October 15, the Nine Mile Creek construction team marks completion of the Nine Mile Creek cleanup and restoration.
A Great Blue Heron wades in calm Nine Mile Creek waters further upstream, where restoration took place 2012-2013.

October 2014 - A Great Blue Heron wades in calm Nine Mile Creek waters further upstream, where restoration took place 2012-2013.

A young bur oak, here surrounded by blooming white heath aster, could reach a height of 100 feet when mature.

September 2014 - A young bur oak, here surrounded by blooming white heath aster, could reach a height of 100 feet when mature.

Perennial pea, also called everlasting pea, is a legume that spreads along the ground by tendrils, providing cover for small wildlife as well as erosion control.

September 2014 - Perennial pea, also called everlasting pea, is a legume that spreads along the ground by tendrils, providing cover for small wildlife as well as erosion control.

The brilliantly colored monarch butterfly, seen summer in the northern part of the United States, migrates up to 3000 miles to winter grounds.

September 2014 - The brilliantly colored monarch butterfly, seen summer in the northern part of the United States, migrates up to 3000 miles to winter grounds.

An adult locust borer beetle feeds on the pollen of native flat-top goldenrod.

September 2014 - An adult locust borer beetle feeds on the pollen of native flat-top goldenrod.
Material to create a clean creek bottom is stockpiled in a work support area near the Nine Mile Creek outlet.

September 2014 - Material to create a clean creek bottom is stockpiled in a work support area near the Nine Mile Creek outlet.

A banded wood snail, or grove snail, benefits the ecosystem by feeding on decaying plant and animal matter.

August 2014 - A banded wood snail, or grove snail, benefits the ecosystem by feeding on decaying plant and animal matter.

A bumble bee drinks the nectar from smooth oxeye, also called oxeye sunflower, or false sunflower.

August 2014 - A bumble bee drinks the nectar from smooth oxeye, also called oxeye sunflower, or false sunflower.

A duck’s nest is nestled in high brush near the creek.

June 2014 - A duck’s nest is nestled in high brush near the creek.
Native wild geranium produces beautiful 5-petaled flowers.

June 2014 - Native wild geranium produces beautiful 5-petaled flowers.
A mix of spring-blooming flowers near Nine Mile Creek.

June 2014 - A mix of spring-blooming flowers near Nine Mile Creek.
A worker places fresh erosion control blanket made of natural fibers along the banks.

April 2014 - A worker places fresh erosion control blanket made of natural fibers along the banks.
The wetlands at Nine Mile Creek are designed to flood during the seasonal high water periods.

April 2014 - The wetlands at Nine Mile Creek are designed to flood during the seasonal high water periods.
Plantings in the forested wetlands were specifically selected by habitat experts for wet conditions.

April 2014 - Plantings in the forested wetlands were specifically selected by habitat experts for wet conditions.
Habitat experts continually monitor the forested wetlands, observing and recording signs of growth as the water level recedes.

April 2014 - Habitat experts continually monitor the forested wetlands, observing and recording signs of growth as the water level recedes.
Forested wetlands near the mouth of Nine Mile Creek were designed to handle overflow in spring and other high water periods.

April 2014 - Forested wetlands near the mouth of Nine Mile Creek were designed to handle overflow in spring and other high water periods.

The foot bridge over Nine Mile Creek, part of Onondaga County’s west shore recreational trail expansion, is complete.

March 2014 - The foot bridge over Nine Mile Creek, part of Onondaga County’s west shore recreational trail expansion, is complete.

Access road stone is recaptured to reuse further down Nine Mile Creek.

January 2014 - Access road stone is recaptured to reuse further down Nine Mile Creek.
The trees, dormant when planted, will remain so until spring.

December 2013 - The trees, dormant when planted, will remain so until spring.
Workers create gabions, wire baskets filled with rocks and topsoil, to provide stability along the steep Nine Mile Creek shoreline.

December 2013 - Workers create gabions, wire baskets filled with rocks and topsoil, to provide stability along the steep Nine Mile Creek shoreline.
Gabions are seeded and covered with natural erosion control fabric. The seeds will germinate in spring.

December 2013 - Gabions are seeded and covered with natural erosion control fabric. The seeds will germinate in spring.
A worker places a log with roots for fish habitat.

December 2013 - A worker places a log with roots for fish habitat.
Work on a retaining wall continues in winter, taking advantage of the low flow period in the creek. Later when shrubs and trees are added, the wall will take on the appearance of a natural shoreline.

December 2013 - Work on a retaining wall continues in winter, taking advantage of the low flow period in the creek. Later when shrubs and trees are added, the wall will take on the appearance of a natural shoreline.
Temporary plank roads allow equipment to move about without sinking into the soft ground.

November 2013 - Temporary plank roads allow equipment to move about without sinking into the soft ground.
Planting begins at the Nine Mile Creek forested wetland. The Village of Liverpool is across Onondaga Lake.

November 2013 - Planting begins at the Nine Mile Creek forested wetland. The Village of Liverpool is across Onondaga Lake.

Workers plant red maples, native to the forest wetland ecosystem. A swamp white oak (with leaves), also native, is visible in back.

November 2013 - Workers plant red maples, native to the forest wetland ecosystem. A swamp white oak (with leaves), also native, is visible in back.
Existing silver maples and a swamp white oak were left standing along the shoreline (background). Care was taken to not disturb the shallow delicate root systems of the trees while working nearby.

November 2013 - Existing silver maples and a swamp white oak were left standing along the shoreline (background). Care was taken to not disturb the shallow delicate root systems of the trees while working nearby.
Swamp white oaks and red maples are the tallest plantings in these newly recreated forested wetlands. Other trees planted include silver maple, black gum, hornbeam, yellow and river birch, butternut, and hickory.

November 2013 - Swamp white oaks and red maples are the tallest plantings in these newly recreated forested wetlands. Other trees planted include silver maple, black gum, hornbeam, yellow and river birch, butternut, and hickory.
This section of Nine Mile Creek, near Geddes Brook, has been cleaned, realigned and graded to create floodplains and wetlands. Native trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses were planted to restore healthy habitat around the creek.

October 2013 - This section of Nine Mile Creek, near Geddes Brook, has been cleaned, realigned and graded to create floodplains and wetlands. Native trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses were planted to restore healthy habitat around the creek.

Crews use excavators in the middle of Nine Mile Creek to access both banks. I-690 can be seen in the background.

October 2013 - Crews use excavators in the middle of Nine Mile Creek to access both banks. I-690 can be seen in the background.
Sediment removal continues downstream along Nine Mile Creek toward the mouth of the creek.

October 2013 - Sediment removal continues downstream along Nine Mile Creek toward the mouth of the creek.
A temporary floating bridge is built across Nine Mile Creek to allow work crews to access a forested wetland.

October 2013 - A temporary floating bridge is built across Nine Mile Creek to allow work crews to access a forested wetland.
Sediments are removed and replaced with local shale fill, a reddish clay-like soil that will help retain rainfall moisture for the wetland plants.

October 2013 - Sediments are removed and replaced with local shale fill, a reddish clay-like soil that will help retain rainfall moisture for the wetland plants.
Topsoil is placed over the clay-like soil. The county’s western shoreline trail, under construction, is immediately to the left; I-690 is in the background.

October 2013 - Topsoil is placed over the clay-like soil. The county’s western shoreline trail, under construction, is immediately to the left; I-690 is in the background.
Cut trees will be used for habitat. They are tied to logs to anchor them during high water periods in the forested wetland.

October 2013 - Cut trees will be used for habitat. They are tied to logs to anchor them during high water periods in the forested wetland.
Nine Mile Creek will become part of a green corridor connecting Onondaga Lake to important upland habitat. Onondaga County’s bridge connecting the recreation trail is visible.

September 2013 - Nine Mile Creek will become part of a green corridor connecting Onondaga Lake to important upland habitat. Onondaga County’s bridge connecting the recreation trail is visible.

Cleanup work continues on lower Nine Mile Creek. A booster pump station for the dredge pipeline is seen bottom left.

September 2013 - Cleanup work continues on lower Nine Mile Creek. A booster pump station for the dredge pipeline is seen bottom left.
A slender meadow katydid blends in with its surroundings. Katydids, primarily nocturnal, excel at camouflaging themselves daytime.

September 2013 - A slender meadow katydid blends in with its surroundings. Katydids, primarily nocturnal, excel at camouflaging themselves daytime.
Dandelions have a long flowering season, lasting into fall.

September 2013 - Dandelions have a long flowering season, lasting into fall.
Sand is delivered and placed in Nine Mile Creek with an excavator to create a new creek bottom.

September 2013 - Sand is delivered and placed in Nine Mile Creek with an excavator to create a new creek bottom.
A grasshopper hides among the needles of this white pine.

August 2013 - A grasshopper hides among the needles of this white pine.
The leaves of a northern red oak planted last year along Nine Mile Creek begin to turn red for fall. The red oak will stand 60 to 90 feet tall at maturity.

August 2013 - The leaves of a northern red oak planted last year along Nine Mile Creek begin to turn red for fall. The red oak will stand 60 to 90 feet tall at maturity.

The native Virginia wild rye thrives along the banks of Nine Mile Creek; its seeds are a nutritious food source for birds and wildlife.

August 2013 - The native Virginia wild rye thrives along the banks of Nine Mile Creek; its seeds are a nutritious food source for birds and wildlife.
Ladybugs are small spotted beetles beneficial to the habitat as natural predators of aphids and other pest insects. This one is foraging on Queen Anne’s lace.

August 2013 - Ladybugs are small spotted beetles beneficial to the habitat as natural predators of aphids and other pest insects. This one is foraging on Queen Anne’s lace.
Jewelweed, a native plant, is nicknamed “touch-me-not” because the fruit that later develops explodes open when touched, releasing its seeds.

August 2013 - Jewelweed, a native plant, is nicknamed “touch-me-not” because the fruit that later develops explodes open when touched, releasing its seeds.
White clover leaves normally consist of three leaflets; a four-leaf clover is a lucky find according to tradition.

August 2013 - White clover leaves normally consist of three leaflets; a four-leaf clover is a lucky find according to tradition.

Carolina horsenettle, a native plant, blooms near a swamp white oak tree. After flowering, horsenettle produces small yellow fruits eaten by some wildlife.

August 2013 - Carolina horsenettle, a native plant, blooms near a swamp white oak tree. After flowering, horsenettle produces small yellow fruits eaten by some wildlife.
A bumble bee drinks nectar from a white clover flower. Bumble bees are important to the environment as pollinators, assisting in plant reproduction.

August 2013 - A bumble bee drinks nectar from a white clover flower. Bumble bees are important to the environment as pollinators, assisting in plant reproduction.
An osprey is spotted flying near Nine Mile Creek.

August 2013 - An osprey is spotted flying near Nine Mile Creek.
A soldier beetle clings to a black-eyed Susan petal.

August 2013 - A soldier beetle clings to a black-eyed Susan petal.
Young cattails in the Nine Mile Creek wetlands.

August 2013 - Young cattails in the Nine Mile Creek wetlands.
Dogtooth daisies bloom late summer to early fall, and attract bees, butterflies and birds.

August 2013 - Dogtooth daisies bloom late summer to early fall, and attract bees, butterflies and birds.
Native plants produce a beautiful progression of blooms and textures.

August 2013 - Native plants produce a beautiful progression of blooms and textures.
A grasshopper clings to a rye grass stem.

August 2013 - A grasshopper clings to a rye grass stem.
Black-eyed Susan pollen attracts a variety of butterflies, while birds later enjoy eating the seeds.

August 2013 - Black-eyed Susan pollen attracts a variety of butterflies, while birds later enjoy eating the seeds.
A damselfly rests.

August 2013 - A damselfly rests.
A soldier beetle rests on a spotted Joe-pye weed leaf, in front of a red clover.

August 2013 - A soldier beetle rests on a spotted Joe-pye weed leaf, in front of a red clover.
Blue vervain, a native wildflower, blooms in the wetlands.

August 2013 - Blue vervain, a native wildflower, blooms in the wetlands.
Nine Mile Creek and its habitat will continue to improve as plants mature.

August 2013 - Nine Mile Creek and its habitat will continue to improve as plants mature.
Partridge pea flowers also beautify the area.

August 2013 - Partridge pea flowers also beautify the area.
The banks of Nine Mile Creek become colorful with blooming black-eyed Susans.

August 2013 - The banks of Nine Mile Creek become colorful with blooming black-eyed Susans.
An excavator places topsoil along the shoreline. A seed mix of native plant species will be spread along the shoreline to prevent erosion and create habitat.

August 2013 - An excavator places topsoil along the shoreline. A seed mix of native plant species will be spread along the shoreline to prevent erosion and create habitat.
Erosion control blankets made of coconut and straw are placed along the shoreline to protect seeds and insulate the ground, accelerating germination.

August 2013 - Erosion control blankets made of coconut and straw are placed along the shoreline to protect seeds and insulate the ground, accelerating germination.
Aerial view of Nine Mile Creek and the newly-established wetlands.

July 2013 - Aerial view of Nine Mile Creek and the newly-established wetlands.
Winter rye grows on the creek banks with a young oak tree (right).

July 2013 - Winter rye grows on the creek banks with a young oak tree (right).
Cattails and burweed stand tallest in this wet area, with water plantains below.

July 2013 - Cattails and burweed stand tallest in this wet area, with water plantains below.

A temporary access road is built into the creek to allow excavators to access both sides of the stream.

July 2013 - A temporary access road is built into the creek to allow excavators to access both sides of the stream.
Pennsylvania bluestone slabs, arranged specifically for Nine Mile Creek conditions, are positioned using a handheld GPS device for placement on the creek bottom.

July 2013 - Pennsylvania bluestone slabs, arranged specifically for Nine Mile Creek conditions, are positioned using a handheld GPS device for placement on the creek bottom.
Spaces under the sandstone slabs will create habitat for the common mudpuppy, a species of salamander with external gills that lives under water.

July 2013 - Spaces under the sandstone slabs will create habitat for the common mudpuppy, a species of salamander with external gills that lives under water.
Excavation takes place in Nine Mile Creek under the I-695 exit ramp bridge to Pumphouse Road, in Geddes.

June 2013 - Excavation takes place in Nine Mile Creek under the I-695 exit ramp bridge to Pumphouse Road, in Geddes.
Rock used in the Nine Mile Creek cleanup is sized to ensure it meets design specifications to create suitable habitat.

June 2013 - Rock used in the Nine Mile Creek cleanup is sized to ensure it meets design specifications to create suitable habitat.
Logs with roots attached will be placed in the creek, improving fish habitat.

June 2013 - Logs with roots attached will be placed in the creek, improving fish habitat.
A variety of plants and natural habitat structures installed in the wetlands will attract a diversity of wildlife.

May 2013 - A variety of plants and natural habitat structures installed in the wetlands will attract a diversity of wildlife.

Nine Mile Creek is becoming part of a green corridor connecting habitat from Onondaga Lake to the Geddes Brook wetlands.

May 2013 - Nine Mile Creek is becoming part of a green corridor connecting habitat from Onondaga Lake to the Geddes Brook wetlands.
Winter rye grows rapidly in early spring, helping to stabilize the soil and prevent weeds before slower-growing native plant species are established.

May 2013 - Winter rye grows rapidly in early spring, helping to stabilize the soil and prevent weeds before slower-growing native plant species are established.
Native trees and shrubs lie dormant until spring.

January 2013 - Native trees and shrubs lie dormant until spring.

Portions of Nine Mile Creek were seeded and planted fall 2012.

January 2013 - Portions of Nine Mile Creek were seeded and planted fall 2012.
Geddes Brook Wetlands and Nine Mile Creek

October 2012 - Geddes Brook Wetlands and Nine Mile Creek
A worker fastens logs; roots left on trees will provide additional habitat.

September 2012 - A worker fastens logs; roots left on trees will provide additional habitat.
The shape of the new Nine Mile Creek channel can be seen, looking downstream.

September 2012 - The shape of the new Nine Mile Creek channel can be seen, looking downstream.
Boulders excavated along Nine Mile Creek are stockpiled for later use.

September 2012 - Boulders excavated along Nine Mile Creek are stockpiled for later use.
Pools in the floodplain at future Nine Mile Creek wetlands.

September 2012 - Pools in the floodplain at future Nine Mile Creek wetlands.
Tree trunks with roots are placed to provide additional shoreline support and habitat.

September 2012 - Tree trunks with roots are placed to provide additional shoreline support and habitat.
Volunteers prepare to plant native species. The plants will help re-establish wetlands and improve habitat and the ecosystem, creating a productive, healthy Onondaga Lake watershed.

August 2012 - Volunteers prepare to plant native species. The plants will help re-establish wetlands and improve habitat and the ecosystem, creating a productive, healthy Onondaga Lake watershed.
A worker observes as chains are set to lift logs into creek bed.

August 2012 - A worker observes as chains are set to lift logs into creek bed.
Logs are guided into place to form a "crib wall" that will help stabilize the creek channel and provide habitat.

August 2012 - Logs are guided into place to form a "crib wall" that will help stabilize the creek channel and provide habitat.
Excavation continues at Nine Mile Creek.

July 2012 - Excavation continues at Nine Mile Creek.
Area being restored adjacent to Geddes Brook wetlands, seen in background.

July 2012 - Area being restored adjacent to Geddes Brook wetlands, seen in background.
Materials arrive to construct a multi-use dock at Nine Mile Creek.

July 2012 - Materials arrive to construct a multi-use dock at Nine Mile Creek.
A dock is installed upstream along a trail.

July 2012 - A dock is installed upstream along a trail.
Clean soil is placed along creek banks.

July 2012 - Clean soil is placed along creek banks.
Rolls of biodegradable mats for erosion control are kept dry until placed.

July 2012 - Rolls of biodegradable mats for erosion control are kept dry until placed.
Excavators place dried material into trucks that transport the material to a separate landfill for final storage.

June 2012 - Excavators place dried material into trucks that transport the material to a separate landfill for final storage.
Material is taken to the lined area for drying.

June 2012 - Material is taken to the lined area for drying.
Workers observe the various stages to ensure health and safety protocols are followed.

June 2012 - Workers observe the various stages to ensure health and safety protocols are followed.
Excavators pick up the material and place it into waiting dump trucks.

June 2012 - Excavators pick up the material and place it into waiting dump trucks.
Buckets are used to pull up material from the creek; Geddes Brook wetlands are seen in the background.

June 2012 - Buckets are used to pull up material from the creek; Geddes Brook wetlands are seen in the background.
Workers prepare the banks for heavy equipment to access the creek.

June 2012 - Workers prepare the banks for heavy equipment to access the creek.
Concrete slabs are placed above the gravel to protect the liner.

June 2012 - Concrete slabs are placed above the gravel to protect the liner.
Gravel is placed over the liner to allow water to drain to collection systems.

June 2012 - Gravel is placed over the liner to allow water to drain to collection systems.
An area is constructed nearby Nine Mile Creek to allow excavated material to dry; a liner is placed beneath the entire area.

June 2012 - An area is constructed nearby Nine Mile Creek to allow excavated material to dry; a liner is placed beneath the entire area.
View of Nine Mile Creek flowing toward Onondaga Lake.

June 2012 - View of Nine Mile Creek flowing toward Onondaga Lake.
Geddes Brook and Nine Mile Creek prior to remediation

November 2010 - Geddes Brook and Nine Mile Creek prior to remediation
Geddes Brook floodplain and Nine Mile Creek prior conditions

October 2009 - Geddes Brook floodplain and Nine Mile Creek prior conditions

Nine Mile Creek (foreground) and Geddes Brook prior conditions

April 2009 - Nine Mile Creek (foreground) and Geddes Brook prior conditions
Boy Scout Troop 333 from Cicero, New York

June 2006 - Boy Scout Troop 333 from Cicero, New York
Nine Mile Creek

June 2006 - Nine Mile Creek
GPS Data Collection

June 2006 - GPS Data Collection
Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek

June 2006 - Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek
Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek

June 2006 - Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek
Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek

June 2006 - Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek

Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek

June 2006 - Boy Scout Troop 333 on Nine Mile Creek
GPS Unit Instruction

June 2006 - GPS Unit Instruction
Field GPS Unit

June 2006 - Field GPS Unit
Lakeland Canoe and Kayak Launch

June 2006 - Lakeland Canoe and Kayak Launch
Recreational Kayaking on Nine Mile Creek

June 2005 - Recreational Kayaking on Nine Mile Creek

Recreational Kayaking on Nine Mile Creek

June 2005 - Recreational Kayaking on Nine Mile Creek
Canoe Launch Ribbon Cutting

June 2005 - Canoe Launch Ribbon Cutting
Canoe Launch

June 2005 - Canoe Launch
Canoe Launch Entrance

June 2005 - Canoe Launch Entrance
Creek Cleanup

April 2005 - Creek Cleanup
Debris Removal

April 2005 - Debris Removal
Creek Cleanup

April 2005 - Creek Cleanup
Debris Dam

April 2005 - Debris Dam