Canyon Restoration Photo Albums:
Crystal Springs Headwaters Fish Passage and Restoration Project
Summer 2010
The site before renovation begins.
28th Avenue road deconstruction. Preparation for the new culvert begins.
Old culvert removal. Workers divert the water in preparation for removing the old culvert pipe.
Culvert project. The new culvert, replacing the two-foot diameter culvert, will improve fish passage.
Logs were imported to create resting pools for spawning salmon.
The creek rechannelled. Here the imported logs create natural resting spots for spawning salmon and other species.
The creek rechannelled. Here the imported logs create new spawning and rearing grounds for salmon and other fish species.
The creek rechannelled. A slow moving portion of the creek.
The creek being temporarily diverted
Clean-up of canyon debris. Debris, including an old tire, concrete, and old pipe, are removed from the creek.
Clean-up of canyon debris. The objectives for the project are to improve habitat for birds, animals, and aquatic species
The creek rechannelled. Invasive plants were removed, and a riparian edge was reestablished; native plant species were reintroduced.
The view of the restoration from the east.
Read more about the restoration or view a video of the dedication ceremony on the canyon videos page.
View a documentary video that explores the history, ecology, community and educational opportunities of Crystal Springs as it flows to Johnson Creek and out to the sea. Produced by PSU Neighborhood & Watershed Capstone students with assistance from Portland's Bureau of Environmental Services and award-winning film production company Black Dog Art Ensemble.