Campbell River Spawning Gravel Site 7 Design
Since 2006, gravel has been added to the Lower Campbell River to enhance spawning habitat for Chinook salmon.
High stream flows wash spawning gravel downstream, reducing the quality and quantity of spawning habitat.
Following literature review of design methods, this project will design a site downstream of John Hart Dam for a new spawning gravel pad, which will be built in 2026. It aligns with the FWCP’s priority action to strategically place spawning gravel in historically important areas for Chinook in the Campbell River Watershed.