Jordan River: A History

RESOURCE: Jordan River: A History

By Marsha Maxwell, About.com Guide

The blueprint document presents several “big ideas” for enhancing the river. These include creating a contiguous lake-to-lake waterway for kayaking and canoeing, designating seven regional “river centers” for housing and retail development, improving river access through regional trails and public transit, and creating education centers along the river.

Recent Controversy

It’s become clear that various groups have different ideas about what it means to preserve the Jordan’s ecosystem. River advocates like the Utah Rivers Council, who were initially enthusiastic about Blueprint Jordan River, soon realized that the blueprint’s voluntary nature means city and state governments can interpret it as they see fit.

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