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Wetland scientists propose dredging and restoration at 516 Mountain Road; commission urges winter erosion controls

Torrington Inland Wetlands Commission · October 8, 2025
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At a special presentation Oct. 7, consultants and staff described wetland delineation and restoration work at 516 Mountain Road, recommending quantification of disturbed soils, dredging of a sedimented pond, phragmites control and interim stabilization before winter.

Wetland consultants and staff on Oct. 7 presented a multi‑step restoration approach for 516 Mountain Road that would quantify previously disturbed wetland soils, remove excess sediment from an infilled pond, and implement invasive‑plant control and stabilization measures.

Clint Webb, presenting remotely, said the team overlaid recent survey work with 2023 imagery and field visits conducted with Nate Hardy Cyrus and soil scientist Ian Cole. Webb said the drone imagery and maps showed several former ponds that have since been filled and areas…

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