HDR Assists in Restoration of 113 Acres of South Carolina Wetlands

About 30 miles northwest of downtown Charleston, South Carolina, lies a fragile habitat — swamps, wetlands and streams harboring countless species of waterfowl and wildlife. As development in the region has progressed, it has challenged the area's ability to maintain its pristine landscape and water quality.

Ten years ago, HDR entered into an agreement with MeadWestvaco (now Smurfit Westrock after some mergers) to create the first stream and wetland mitigation bank in the Low Country of South Carolina. The team recently oversaw the restoration of about 113 acres of wetlands in the area. 

HDR Project Manager Blair Wade underscored the importance of the endeavor. "Caton Creek's restored meanders and cypress-tupelo swamps provide wetland functions and wildlife values of incalculable worth." 

Read about HDR's work and partnerships in the article “Caton Creek Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank” in the September-October 2025 edition of Ducks Unlimited magazine.