 low head dam on the Grand River (photo from the EPA) |
from a news article at MLive
Work will begin in the summer of 2026 to remove the four dams on the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. This will restore the rapids, the historic source of the city's name.
Each dam is low, but they have effectively smoothed the river surface. However, the strong hydraulic force at each dam makes recreational uses unsafe. Removal will return the waterway to a more natural state and recreational opportunities such as kayaking, tubing, angling, and wading will once again be possible.
Over 100 boulders will be placed in the river to improve habitat for fish. The primary goal of the project is to restore aquatic habitat diversity and suitability for native Great Lakes fish and mussel species.
Ah-Nab-Awen Park will be closed for two years during the construction, as it will be used for staging. Total cost of the project will be about $26 million.
See more at Michigan Public Radio
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