The River of Golden Dreams is not capable of handling the Alta Lake watershed.
The result is guaranteed flooding at the north end following periods of sustained heavy rain. Until the ‘80s, the lake drained out of both ends. Nothing leaves the south now. This was partially blocked when the Valley Trail was pushed through to Creekside. With further enhancements, it is now totally blocked.
At one time when work was being done, I mentioned the drainage problem and was told there’s no problem because water would make it through the riprap.
What did I know having lived in the area since the mid ‘70s!
