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Sign: Dry Rock River

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Sign: Dry Rock River

Quick Facts

The dry-rock river represents a naturally meandering stream, common in arid environments. The stream collects any runoff and rain water into a seasonal pool, demonstrating a good method of managing seasonal water flow. The stream also functions to infiltrate and recharge the groundwater at the site.

Create Your Own
Dig a shallow trench, line it with local rocks and gravel and an optional pond liner.

Plants
Common rush
Rough sedge
CA bunch grass
Canyon prince
Beard grass
California aster
Carmen's gray
Yarrow
Live-forever
Monkey flower
Please inquire in the visitor center for complete plant list with scientific names.

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Last updated: May 6, 2021