Poudre Whitewater Park construction begins

FORT COLLINS — ECI Site Construction, a Loveland-based contractor focused on highly complex river work and parks and recreation, has begun work on the Poudre Whitewater Park located near downtown Fort Collins. The project will continue until late summer 2019.

Work will include removal of concrete diversion structures and restoration of the original channel, which will expand wildlife habitat, restore fish passage, improve stormwater conveyance and allow for increased public access, according to information from ECI.

The Poudre River Whitewater Park will offer year-round recreation.  Located just north of Old Town, the park will offer kayaking,…