Negative human impacts
Most streams on Oahu have been altered by humans
- Humans have used Pouhala Marsh as a dumping site
- Human development/urbanization in the area
- Trespassing
- Disruption of the nesting or habitats due to human foot trafficking
Positive human impacts
- People/communities are getting involved in ecological restoration projects
- Agencies and organizations are maintaining and protecting the water quality
- Enhancement of the wetland is being done
- Educating student of the important roles of the wetlands
- Native endemic species are protected by the state and federal laws
- Native Outplanting