This section of Route 116 is undergoing construction just dowstream of the confluence of Chapel Brook (aka Poland Brook) and the South River. The old failing retaining wall is being replaced with a new one that will be more sustainable. A fluvial geomorphologist was hired to assist with the the design. The new retaining wall will be built well behind the old wall to reestablish the flood plain.
Several views of the restoration project, taken from the upper part of the project area. Photos taken February 26, 2016.
Several views of the restoration project, taken from the upper part of the project area. Photos taken February 26, 2016.
Poland Brook is also called Chapel Brook. This spot is a few hundred feet above the South River confluence.
Poland Brook (aka Chapel Brook) joins the South River a few hundred feet downstream of this picture. The construction seen along the South is another 100 feet or so further downstream.