(University of Oregon, 2024) Allan, Scott; Jacobson, Caitlin; Seifert, Colby; Skillin, Julia; Sosa, Anna; Zaikoski, John; McLaughlin, Patrick
Located along the Willamette River near downtown Salem, Oregon, Minto-Brown Island Park is subject to extended flood events that limit pedestrian access during wet periods throughout the year. Beaver dams divert and pool water which can leave the trails submerged. Salem’s seasonally wet climate, in addition to the surge in river levels due to snow melt, and the resurgence of beavers necessitates a design alternative extending the usability of the flooded trails during these times. The City of Salem has partnered with a Portland State University Capstone team to reach a design solution for this problem.
