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Public Notice US Army Corps Public Notice Number: 297/1 of Engineers Portland District Contact: Matt Rea Phone: 503-326-6095 Date: October 28, 1992 Public Notification of Corps of Engineers Amazon Creek Wetlands Study Portland District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, has initiated a reconnaissance study of the Amazon Creek flood control project to identify opportunities to make the project more environmentally sensitive. The Corps is investigating possible alternatives to restore wetlands, such as widening channels, altering stream bank slopes and existing levees, and re-establishing meanders. The reconnaissance study team will also look at options, such as restoring historic wetlands and wildlife habitat, restoring rare plant populations, and providing new recreational opportunities. Opportunities for reducing flood damages and improving water quality will also be investigated. The study team is currently collecting and analyzing available data concerning water resource concerns in the Amazon Creek basin. Alternative options will be developed and evaluated to determine which best meet the requirements of the project. A reconnaissance report outlining the study's findings is expected to be released in about a year. Federal, State and local agencies and other interested groups and individuals are invited to notify Portland District of impacts and issues that should be addressed in the study. Also, the District is interested in identifying studies that may be relevant to the Amazon Creek study, and any environmental reviews or consultations that may be required. Please provide your input by Nov. 30, 1992, so your concerns can be considered during the study. . Amareek Basin is located in the Long Tom River Subbasin of the Willamette River Basin of western Oregon (see enclosed study area map). It has 62 (more)