Introduction to Hydrology and Wetland Design

In this video, Kathlyn Osagie covers the basics of wetland construction and why these habitats are so important. Starting from the ground up, she explains how different sediments and materials hold water, and how perched water systems can form thriving wetlands. In this tutorial, geotextile materials and plastic are used to create a liner capable of holding water and creating a wetland. Next she explains some important wetland basics, including wetland shape, water budgeting, and the importance of erosion control. This tutorial wraps up with some great examples of constructed wetlands in Northern California created to provide habitat for the northern red-legged frog.