Imagine walking or biking along a river that looks clean, with clear water, no visible trash and lush green banks. It seems healthy, but appearances can be deceiving. The real story of a river’s condition lives in what’s happening on the riverbed, the terrain hidden underwater and the human decisions shaping the water above. To find the truth, you must look below the surface. Urban River Health Means More Than a Clean Shoreline It’s natural to judge a river’s health by what you see. Clean water, the absence of trash, and thriving life in the form of green plant growth and visible wildlife are signs that it’s in good condition.…
