https://www.nwp.usace.army.mil Portland District News RSS Feed en-us Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:43:00 GMT Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:13:51 GMT https://www.nwp.usace.army.mil/Media/Feature-Stories/Article/492568/restoring-salmon-to-an-urban-park/ Crystal Springs Creek is one of thousands of small streams flowing through the Pacific Northwest. Most provide ideal habitat for fish, but this creek has not supported fish passage for about 40 years.<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2013/Mar/15/2000754969/115/75/0/130308-A-RD042-001.JPG' alt='The Portland District and city of Portland are partnering to restore fish passage through the cool, clear waters of Crystal Springs Creek flowing through Westmoreland Park. Construction begins in June to replace small culverts and create wetland habitat for native waterfowl, amphibians and mammals. When work is complete, the park will be a place to experience and enjoy nature in the city.' /> <br /> Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:43:00 GMT Michelle Helms https://www.nwp.usace.army.mil/Media/Feature-Stories/Article/492568/restoring-salmon-to-an-urban-park/ environment Crystal Springs Creek