Restore the Poudre River in Greeley, Colorado

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From 1950 to 2019, the length of the Poudre River within Greeley city limits decreased by 15% (about two miles). This change increased speeds and sediment flow, caused downstream flooding, led to severe bank erosion, a loss of aquatic life, and a reduction in important riparian habitats like wetlands.

The Poudre River Restoration Initiative seeks to develop a master plan to:

  • Develop the Poudre River as a community anchor and economic driver for the City

  • Increase recreational opportunities so that everyone feels invited, welcome and safe

  • Enhance multimodal circulation to and along the Poudre River

  • Protect the City’s infrastructure and reconnect the river to its historic floodplains

  • Reestablish river meanders, lengthening the river channel and recreating pool/riffle sequences

  • Create habitat features like spawning beds, wetland ponds, boulder clusters, and gravel bars.

These initiatives will create a plan to enhance the daily lives of Greeley residents and restore the ecological balance of our river.

How You Can Shape This Plan

The City of Greeley and the consulting team of Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) and Inter-Fluve will develop a plan over the next 12 months. To help us get started, share your ideas for fun along the river using our engagement tools below.

From 1950 to 2019, the length of the Poudre River within Greeley city limits decreased by 15% (about two miles). This change increased speeds and sediment flow, caused downstream flooding, led to severe bank erosion, a loss of aquatic life, and a reduction in important riparian habitats like wetlands.

The Poudre River Restoration Initiative seeks to develop a master plan to:

  • Develop the Poudre River as a community anchor and economic driver for the City

  • Increase recreational opportunities so that everyone feels invited, welcome and safe

  • Enhance multimodal circulation to and along the Poudre River

  • Protect the City’s infrastructure and reconnect the river to its historic floodplains

  • Reestablish river meanders, lengthening the river channel and recreating pool/riffle sequences

  • Create habitat features like spawning beds, wetland ponds, boulder clusters, and gravel bars.

These initiatives will create a plan to enhance the daily lives of Greeley residents and restore the ecological balance of our river.

How You Can Shape This Plan

The City of Greeley and the consulting team of Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) and Inter-Fluve will develop a plan over the next 12 months. To help us get started, share your ideas for fun along the river using our engagement tools below.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded. Phase two of this project will include additional feedback opportunities.

    Take the Poudre River Restoration Initiative Survey

    Ready to daydream? Help us imagine a more inviting river. 

    In addition to repairing the river's ecology, we plan to transform certain public sections into community spaces where both Greeley residents and visitors feel welcome and encouraged to play. (No matter your age!) 

    Play looks different for everyone, so we'd like to hear from you: What experiences are missing in and along the river? How would you use the space if you could? 

    Take our quick survey to share your vision for the Poudre River's future. Your feedback will help influence the design of this project. 

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