Through extensive community engagement sessions, it is clear the Fish Ladder is an important part of the community and is an iconic piece of functional art. The Fish Ladder would not be impacted as a result of the Lower Reach Project.

Some modifications to the fish ladder may be necessary as part of the Upper Reach project to maintain the same range of functionality but those modification will not be known until a design alternative is selected for the Upper Reach Project. The City of Grand Rapids does not have plans to remove the fish ladder as part of this project.