Riffles and pools in the stream will be created or existing ones improved, which will enhance fish and other aquatic life. Vegetative buffers will be created along the stream banks except in areas dedicated to public recreational use. The buffers will help maintain the integrity of the stream banks and filter the stormwater running off the adjacent areas into the stream. Four open access areas will be provided in the buffers for the public to access the stream. The stream banks will be vegetated with specially selected trees and shrubs that will complement the vegetation in the Arboretum.
Some typical plants are dogwood, willow, and elderberry.
The tree planting scheme is planned not to interfere with the use of play equipment located along the East bank of the stream in the Starmount Park. The construction work for the restoration is scheduled to take place from the April 10 through June 10, 2000. During this period, use of the play equipment along the stream bank and the access to the Arboretum via the pedestrian bridge crossing of the stream will be disrupted. They will both be reopened for public use as soon as possible.