Sarah Pearce

Sarah Pearce
Geomorphologist
sarahp sfei.org
510-746-7354
Ms. Pearce received her B.S. in Geosciences in 1999 from Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas and her M.S. in Geomorphology from Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA in 2001. Her master's research focused on the hydraulic geometry of ephemeral streams as they interacted with blind thrust faults and fault-propagation-folds associated with the continued uplift of the San Bernardino Mountains, Southern California. Ms. Pearce joined SFEI in 2001 and is currently working with the Watershed Science Program. In the past 18 months she has carried out a number of projects focusing on fluvial geomorphic process in Bay Area streams and making interpretations of the data toward an understanding of the way beneficial uses such a salmonid habitat, bank stability, riparian function, flood control, water supply, and aesthetic value are influenced by land and water management in adjacent and upstream areas. Communication mechanisms for this policy and environmental management related scientific information have included direct interaction with environmental stewardship groups, development of high quality, peer-reviewed technical reports, and presentations at conferences and directly to local environmental managers.
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News and Notables:

Dec-20-10 | Media

Lester McKee and Sarah Pearce were interviewed in SF Estuary film short titled "Cut the Curbs to Claim the Rain."

Oct-05-10 | Media

This TV story features Tom Mumley, Sarah Pearce, and Robin Grossinger, with cameos by Rainer Hoenicke and a nice shot of the Pulse

Feb-06-10 | Events and Appearances

Meredith Williams organized a 2-day Wetlands Monitoring Group Volunteer Monitoring Workshop, held February 6-7, 2010 at the UC Richmond Field Station.

Oct-22-09 | Events and Appearances

Sarah Pearce, Bigelow, P., and Lester McKee presented Dry Creek Reconnaissance: insights on sediment delivery to the Alameda Creek flood control channel