Golden Lake Stream

SWEPS addressed major debris blockages in this steep, forested stream corridor, restoring natural flow between Golden Lake and Grand Lake.

About the Stream:

Golden Lake Stream flows from Golden Lake into Grand Lake through a steep, forested corridor near Wellington, NS. Dominated by softwood species like spruce, hemlock, and white pine, this stretch of stream has experienced significant wind throw in recent years. The resulting debris caused blockages and overbank flooding. SWEPS restoration teams addressed these issues in 2014 through intensive debris removal, improving flow and stream function.

Site Information

  • Watercourse: Golden Lake Stream
  • Watershed: Shubenacadie Watershed
  • Location: Between Golden Lake and Grand Lake
  • Nearest Community: Wellington
  • Road Crossing (Access Point): Kings Road
  • Map Reference (NS Topo 1:50 000): 11D13
  • Coordinates (UTM Zone 20T):
    • Start: 450153.90 E, 4969021.92 N
    • Finish: 449978.41 E, 4969117.94 N

Project Design and Results

  • In-Stream Habitat Structures:
    • Design Width: 3.5 m
    • Stream Length Restored: 120 m
    • Habitat Area Restored: 420 m²
    • Number and Type of Structures: None (stream gradient too steep)
    • Structure Spacing: N/A
  • Bank Stabilization & Riparian Restoration:
    • None undertaken during this phase.
  • Other In-Stream Measures:
    • Debris removal: Multiple large windthrow blockages cleared
    • One large tree left in place due to size; flagged for chainsaw removal in future

Most Recent Golden Lake Stream News

  • 2014 Adopt a Stream Report

    SWEPS has published its 2014 Adopt-A-Stream report, detailing early restoration efforts in the Shubenacadie Watershed. The report outlines stream health assessments, project activities, and long-term goals for habitat improvement.

  • SWEPS Stream Restoration 2014 Final Report

    The 2014 final report highlights SWEPS’ stream restoration work through the Adopt-A-Stream program. It includes project outcomes, restoration techniques, and environmental benefits achieved that year.

See more Golden Lake Stream posts

Future Work and Next Steps

  • 2012–2013: Habitat work was conducted by SWEPS summer crews on other stream sites in the watershed.
  • 2014: Restoration efforts shifted to Golden Lake Stream to address blockages and stream overflow caused by windthrow.
  • 2015 (Planned): Golden Lake Stream remained a candidate for follow-up work as one of three identified sites.
  • SWEPS developed an online interactive map with field notes, photos, and data to support future restoration planning.

Golden Lake Stream Photos

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