Williams and Parks lot on County forestland in Rodman, NY has a new bridge! Crossing the stream over this bridge will improve water quality, soil health, fish habitat, and stabilize the banks.
While this bridge is not on farmland, keeping livestock out of streams is vital to protect the vegetation along streams. Streamside vegetation is beneficial to limit the nutrient and sediment runoff, provide shade for the fish habitat, and reduce erosion. Keeping livestock out of streams improves herd health and productivity.
An epidemiologist, Dr. Aceto*, states that although cattle like to stand in streams, it makes them more susceptible to foot rot, cuts, bruises to hoofs and legs. Reproduction can be compromised and various bacteria can lead to mastitis.
Combining a riparian forest buffer with an appropriately constructed bridge, the environmental benefits increase significantly.
If you live in Jefferson County and you have a stream running through your land, give us a call. (315) 782-2749
"Providing Today, Protecting Tomorrow"
*Chesapeake Bay, Healthy Livestock, Healthy Streams
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