![]() ![]() These two projects are great examples of restoration ecology being implemented in the city of New Haven.Įdgewood, park, haven, edgewood, park, public, park, located, city, haven, connecticut, united, states, between, edgewood, westville, neighborhoods, city, park, over, acres, along, west, river, with, walking, trails, ponds, wetlands, wetlands, viewing, platfor. With the final measures being completed in 2016 it is too early to see drastic improvements in habitat but local fishermen have said the changes have helped. Native plant species were planted in order to begin rebuilding proper vegetation in the area. Old concrete walkways were removed and raised wooden bridges were put in place to allow water to flow freely underneath. The duck pond underwent massive transformation in order to restore the natural habitat. ![]() These gates also include safety features which automatically close the gates if water levels rise too far in order to prevent excessive flooding. These new gates allowed for the flow of water in both directions recreating the natural tide through more of the river. Three of the tide gates were removed and replaced with new self-regulating tide gates. This act from the NOAA Restoration Center allowed for two projects, one along the west river and one in the duck pond itself. In 2009, Save the Sound, an organization aimed towards protecting and rebuilding Long Island Sound, received $2.2 million under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. In doing so, land along the river became suitable for development however the river itself began degrading. Around 1920, tide gates were constructed at multiple points along the river to prevent ocean water from travelling upstream and to protect areas from tide related flooding. The river flows into Long Island Sound which has effects on the water’s level and salinity. Historically this area was a flood plain for the west river, although after years of development and alterations to the natural water flow, the ecosystem was drastically changed. ![]() It is indeed near Westville, which is known to be one of the nicer area, however, West Park is only surrounded by fields and the Edgewood Park Historical District.The Edgewood Park Pond, better known as the duck pond - a staple sight of Edgewood Park - is a small pond located below Chapel Street between Yale Avenue and Ella T. Most of the city's crime is located far away from the neighborhood. Don't listen to the other two responses, it really is a safe and nice neighborhood. I'd really encourage you to check out the area. There aren't really any markets in that area, but a six block walk will bring you to a nice supermarket. The downs: Whalley Avenue from Pendeleton to the Grasso Boulevard isn't my favorite place to walk down, however, Elm Street just a block away is a nice and peaceful street. There is a walking path on the street level, and if you walk down a staircase across the street, there is a pedestrian street with fields, a duck pond, and more. 175 is in between two bus lines that both go to Yale, if you'd like to use public transit, and a downtown bike route three blocks away, on Edgewood Avenue. I know people who live along the street, and they are wonderful people, so I can assure you that you will meet terrific neighbors. ![]() The Google Maps is a bit outdated the intersection of West Park & Elm now has a gorgeous roundabout to calm traffic. The neighborhood is 100% residential, and is relatively safe. I disagree with both comments, the area is a lovely one (I live just a few blocks away, and walk along West Park Ave a lot). ![]()
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