The United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resource Conservation Service is asking for input on restoring the rapids.
The USDA is looking for public input on a plan to remove smaller dams from the river.
Matt Chapman, project manager for Grand Rapids WhiteWater sys the dams create a safety hazard during river rescues and also prevent natural fish passage.
The USDA is paying $4.1 million of the $50 million estimated cost and is requiring public comment on the plan.
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