In September, construction began to modify the existing river weir and banks of the Kansas River to enhance public safety, provide reasonable fish passage, improve navigation around the weir all while maintaining adequate upstream pool elevation for water intakes to the treatment plant. On Dec. 12, the contractor poured the first chute for the weir project, as well as creating a rock base for the second chute and basin. Limitations imposed by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism prohibit work in the river during the summer months to protect native fish, therefore the work is being broken down into two phases.
Source: KSNT News
