BEHI Training

Jackson Field a great location to demonstrate the Bank Erosion Hazard Index (BEHI) assessment methodology. Chagrin River Watershed Partners (CRWP) will use the Cleveland Metroparks’ modified BEHI assessment methodology to train NOWCorps Members on how to assess streambank erosion potential on the Chagrin River at Jackson Field. BEHI looks at several streambank characteristics to determine a streambanks erosion potential:

• Streambank protection from roots, boulders, and woody debris
• Streambank angle or undercutting (when the top of the stream bank hangs out over the water)
• Stratification (multiple geologic layers)
• Materials (streambanks made of sand are more likely to erode than streambanks made of clay)
• Root depth within the streambank
• Density of roots within the streambank

Using scores developed for each of these characteristics, we can rank a streambank's erosion potential from low to high and prioritize areas of a stream for stabilization projects.

Primary Activity: Other
Accessibility: Easy walk

Organizer Details

Organizer: Chagrin River Watershed Partners (Website)
Partners: Cleveland Metroparks, Northern Ohio Watershed Corps

COVID Protocols

The training will be divided into two separate groups and instructors will conduct the training at different sections of the stream to keep the numbers to 10 and under. Masks are required.

Registration & Contact Info

Registration: lbonnell@crwp.org

Name: Laura Bonnell
Email: lbonnell@crwp.org
City: Willoughby
Country: United States of America