The vision for restoring these five miles of riparian habitat in south Phoenix was conceived more than 40 years ago and has now realized, bringing new life to the once dry, barren Salt River.

Environmental stewardship is demonstrated in every facet of this landmark project. Wetland marshes, mesquite bosques, and a cottonwood and willow forest re-established native sustainable habitats once prevalent within the Salt River corridor before the river was dammed in the early 1900’s to provide a reliable water supply for the Valley. The 595-acre project integrates a low-flow channel and terrace areas that acknowledge and respect the natural movement and force of water. Many of the site furnishings—walls, pedestrian bridges, path curbing and waterfalls—were constructed with recycled concrete pieces found in the river.