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Design Solutions <br /> All proposed designs are created out of natural rock and are designed to mimic both the <br /> appearance and functionality of a natural streambed. Inclusion of a deep central channel, <br /> riffle and scour pool morphology and a low profile ensure that the river's natural <br /> sediment transport properties are maintained, that fish habitat is created and that flood <br /> flows are not hindered. These Structures are designed to meet a zero rise criteria for the <br /> river. All Structures are created in a dry riverbed after flows have been diverted, no grout <br /> is exposed to river flows until fully cured and inert. This grout is hidden deep in the <br /> Structures to create a structural foundation but does not feature prominently in the fmal <br /> design so that visitors notice only the natural rock that surrounds the Site and makes up <br /> the face of the Structure. <br /> Conclusions <br /> Grants Pass possesses several sites that would be ideal venues for Whitewater Parks and/or <br /> whitewater improvements. The Texas property and Caveman Bridge sites are prominently <br /> located and would create attractive venues for visitors and destination orientated <br /> watersports. These sites posses ideal gradient and flows and already feature much of the <br /> infrastructure necessary to support such a recreational amenity. <br /> The All Sports Park and Shroeder Park site are also attractive venues but, due to lack of <br /> gradient and remote locations these sites would make less ideal venues for proposed <br /> whitewater venues. Additionally, unstable banks and a wide streambed at the All Sports Site <br /> make this an expensive option. <br /> It is also our recommendation that the Savage River Dam be removed and the river be <br /> largely restored to its pre -dam condition. It is our recommendation that limited <br /> improvements be made to the site to enhance boat and fish passage and improve whitewater <br /> characteristics. <br /> 12 <br />