Fir Ave Bank Stabilization and Coldwater Realignment

Overview

Fir Ave Bank Stabilization and Coldwater Projects

The Fir Avenue & Oxbow Project in Merritt is a flood mitigation initiative aimed at reducing flood risks and restoring natural river function along the Coldwater River to ensure healthy river diversity and fish habitat.

The scope of the project:

1. Fir Avenue: This area experienced bank erosion during the severe flooding in 2021, leading to accelerated property erosion. The project involves riverbank stabilization to create a flood-resilient corridor while allowing the river more natural space to flow.

Overall, the project aligns with Merritt’s broader Flood Mitigation Plan, integrating community safety, environmental restoration, and long-term climate resilience.

Funding

The Project is funded by British Columbia’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy (ENV) in partnership with the City of Merritt.

The funding enables land restoration, and riverbank stabilization, ensuring a long-term, climate-adaptive solution for the community.