This project remediated an environmentally contaminated area and built a multi-use trail that greatly expands access to the natural beauty and recreation of the Clackamette Cove and Clackamas River.
Blighted Conditions:
- Lack of access to the beauty and natural amenities of the Clackamette Cove area
- Soil contaminated with petroleum due industrial dumping on the site in the past
- Non-native plant species threatened the health of the local plant habitat
Improvements:
- Built 1,300-foot linear trail that connects from Main St. in front of Clackamette Cove north to the Clackamas River pedestrian bridge
- Removed non-native plant species and restored native vegetation
- Installed signage, furniture and picnic tables along the trail
Impact:
- Economic
- Enhances attractiveness of Clackamette Cove for future mixed-use or residential development
- Livability
- Provides direct access to beauty and natural amenities of the cove area
- Expands transportation options by connecting to bike and pedestrian routes
- Sustainability
- Reduces carbon emissions by planting new vegetation and trees
- Improves health of local plant habitat by removing dangerous non-native plant species
- Reduces soil and water pollution by excavating and removing contaminated soil
