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Public Access + Ecological Value Meets Unmatched City Views
The Yerba Buena Island Habitat Management Plan created an overall development framework for the planning and stewardship of native habitat, through preservation, restoration and enhancement, as well as identifying open space areas, such as, stormwater gardens, beach access, parks, and the extension of the San Francisco Bay Trail – from which the public can enjoy the beauty of the island and views of San Francisco Bay. Given the natural topography of the island, treating rainwater through functional green infrastructure are some of the most important components of the open space plan. At a combined 8.3-acres, Buckeye Grove and Willow Bridge Park drain all the new development footprint on the island and are a unique opportunity to treat stormwater at a large scale. The gardens are multi-layered landscapes–providing biodiverse ecology and habitat for local birds and insect populations, treating rainwater before it enters the Bay, and creating public access for viewing and experience their unique mix of ecology and infrastructure. Both stormwater gardens are designed to address the heaviest typical storms seen in a 30-year period with the capability to treat between 114-206 million gallons of water.
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These overlooks, habitat management areas, and open spaces add significant ecological and social value to the region. The improvements also serve to increase public access to Yerba Buena Island, San Francisco’s natural wonder in the Bay. Additionally, the open space contributes to, and complements the establishment of, Treasure Island as a comprehensive, regional public park destination.