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. . reconstruct a new C stream type in the existing F and 0 channels. Option 3, Priority 3: Reconstruct a B stream type into the existing F and 0 channels. A combination of Option I and 2 has been accepted by general consensus of the landowners and the ARWRP. The 8 mile reach between Gunbarrel Road and State Hwy. 371, (Segment 2 or the scope of work area) was selected as a priority area because it contains the highest concentration of unstable Ieaches of the whole Alamosa River. The major channel straightening of the early 70's was conducted in this reach. The majority of the irrigation diversion structures are also located here as well. This stream is classified as F3 and 03 stream types Stabilization will involve changing the morphology of the stream channel. This will require reshaping the stream to create meander bends with pools and riffies. It will also involve reconnecting the stream with the floodplain. The Conceptual Plan recommends reestablishing the preexisting channel (prior 1970) wherever possible. The project intends to follow this recommendation. Rock vein structures, placed in the channel's outside bends, will redirect the velocities towards the middle of the stream reducing the shear stress on the stream banks. The stream banks will be re- vegetated with willows and tress. An alternative grazing strategy, involving fencing, will be implemented. Irrigation headgates and diversions will be re-aligned and changed, if necessary, to complement the natural dynamics of the stream. Reducing stream bank erosion near bridge structures will involve consultation with the County's engineer to develop a bridge design that will prevent further cutting into stream banks adjacent to bridges. The project will be using natural materials and working with the natural stream dynamics. In essence, the restoration effort will mimic what happens in nature. Through this effort, the natural evolution of the stream will be shortened about 100 years. The effort will also create a fish habitat, a swimming hole, a riparian area for livestock and wildlife, and a wetland for water fowl. This restoration effort has been an ongoing process since 1995. Most of the residents in the area are aware of the project's activities. In 1999 and 2000 the ARWRP was successful in acquiring signed or verbal agreements to do the restoration from all the landowners in the project area. Many ditch companies have given verbal approval and some are waiting for the final design to make a decision. All the ditch companies interviewed so far admit that are problems with their systems and are willing to look at alternatives. The restoration process also involves the following: * Secure participant permission pertaining to all activities associated with the project. See Landowners- Ditch owners Participation Agreement (L-OPA). Page -4-