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Case Study: Black River Heritage Trail and
Waterfront Redevelopment
City of Bangor, MI
The South Branch of the Black River winds through the City of Bangor.
The city owns significant frontage on the river, and undertook a restoration
project to capitalize on this natural amenity. The project was funded
through a section 319 Nonpoint Source Management Grant, a Michigan
Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant, and the City of Bangor. Restoration
activities focused on remediating streambank erosion and reducing stormwater
runoff. Erosion and sedimentation of the river was reduced through
regrading of the river banks and stabilizing with native plantings.
The city’s stormwater, which previously flowed directly into the Black
River, is now filtered through a rain garden in Lion’s Park. Walking trails
have been enhanced and expanded, fishing/viewing platforms were installed,
and a canoe/kayak launch was added. This project not only improves water
quality conditions directly, but provides opportunities for public education
due to its location in a city park.
Native revegetation along a walkway
Source: City of Bangor, MI
Project Type
Estimated Total
Project Cost
Maintenance
Responsibility
Case Study Site Considerations
Native plant, rain garden, vegetated filter strips, enhanced
riparian areas
$102,000
City of Bangor
Project Contact Erin Fuller, 269-657-4030
LID Manual for Michigan – Chapter 7 Page 230