Dave Rosgen

Dave Rosgen is an influential expert in stream and watershed management. He developed a classification system for natural streams based on their shape, flow, and landscape. This system helps environmental professionals assess, restore, and manage watercourses to improve water quality, reduce erosion, and maintain ecological health. By understanding a stream’s characteristics, practitioners can design effective restoration projects that align with the natural landscape and flow patterns. Rosgen's methodology is widely used in environmental conservation to promote sustainable and balanced waterway management.