Ann Arbor Strategy for the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Maritime Transportation System
The unique freshwater resources of the Great Lakes fueled the region’s early development, with waterfront areas historically serving as centers of economic activity. However, the industrialization and development of the basin over the past 200 years has had an impact on the ecological health of the lakes.
Currently, many coastal communities are working to restore and reclaim waterfronts and leverage fresh water assets to promote economic growth, support water-dependent industry, and sustain a high quality of life in the Great Lakes region.
