The City of Concord's National Ecosystem Restoration plan contains instream restoration measures along 2,000 and 3,450 linear feet of Academy Center Branch and Stricker Branch, respectively, as well as the construction of three stormwater management facilities in each watershed. These two stream restoration segments are both situated within future greenways sites listed in the county-wide master plan for parks and greenways, and a portion of the greenway along Academy Center Branch has already been completed by the City of Concord.

In addition to stream restoration, this project will provide an educational component incorporated with the greenway. Located adjacent to the greenways, the public will see first-hand how environmentally sensitive areas can be reclaimed and returned to stable conditions, or even enhanced, once development occurs. More specifically, along the greenways there will be stations that educate users on general information about the streams, common pollutants and their impacts on the streams, pollution prevention practices, how stream restoration enhances water quality, and information on who to call if there is a spill. This process should also enhance local awareness of the potential adverse impacts of urban development and garner support for local preservation and restoration activities.