Ecological Inventory of the Urban Reserve
Since the removal of the industrial structures that once comprised the skyline of the Burlington Waterfront, portions of the Urban Reserve have developed into ecosystems that take advantage of the varying site criteria. From brush-hogged power line corridors to the majestic pitch pines on the eastern hills, the Urban Reserve has the potential to showcase unique lakeside environments that are accessible and inviting to the public. Soil types, local hydrology, disturbance, seed source and site-specific shading dictate the type of ecosystems found on the Urban Reserve.
