Grand River dam removal begins in downtown Grand Rapids
Construction is underway on a long-planned project to remove four low-head dams and restore rapids and habitat along 30 acres of the Grand River.
Construction is underway on a long-planned project to remove four low-head dams and restore rapids and habitat along 30 acres of the Grand River.
Grand Rapids says Lower Reach work entered the river July 1, beginning dam removal and work intended to restore rapids.
Grand Rapids said July 1 marked the start of dam removal in the ongoing Grand River Restoration project, advancing a Lower Grand River effort intended to restore rapids, improve habitat and expand public access.