Road-widening to accommodate growth and development mainly from St. Lucie County.
The Regional
Long Range Transportation Plan estimates 130,000 new residents in St. Lucie County and 30,000 new residents in Martin County
within the next 20 years.
Human Indifference
Destructive
maintenance: Harmful mowing, ditch cleaning, and tree trimming practices.
Natural Forces
Invasive non-native
species: Brazilian Pepper, Old World Climbing Vine, Torpedo Grass, and more.