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Transformative $130M Project to Restore Cuyahoga River Begins

8/29/2025

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A $130 million project to remove contaminated sediment from the Gorge Dam in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, will begin soon.
The sediment, which contains heavy metals, will be stabilized at Cascade Valley Metro Park.
The dam's removal by 2032 is expected to boost economic growth and recreational activities, such as white-water rafting.
This project marks a significant step in restoring the natural flow of the Cuyahoga River.

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Story summary

A $130 million project to remove contaminated sediment from the Gorge Dam in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, will begin soon.
The sediment, which contains heavy metals, will be stabilized at Cascade Valley Metro Park.
The dam's removal by 2032 is expected to boost economic growth and recreational activities, such as white-water rafting.
This project marks a significant step in restoring the natural flow of the Cuyahoga River.