Reshaped from a 2.7km concrete canal, the river was designed based on a floodplain concept, allowing it to store excess storm water and raising its capacity by 40 per cent.
During a downpour, the land next to the river serves as a channel to carry water downstream to Marina Reservoir. When the river's water level is low, park users can enjoy recreational activities along the river banks.
Several safety measures have been installed along the river: A monitoring and warning system, which consists of water level sensors, warning lights, sirens and audio announcements, are placed along the river to provide early warning in the event of impending heavy rain or rising water levels. Warning signs, red markers and life buoys have been put up. Safety lines with buoys are provided at selected locations, along with CCTV cameras and round-the-clock patrol surveillance.
Three playgrounds, each with a different theme, have been added to the 62ha park. There are six event lawns for community events, a riverside gallery for outdoor performances and more F&B outlets.
There is the Recycle Hill, which was formed using concrete from the former canal to preserve the park's history. Sitting on the hill is an award-winning sculpture by local sculptor Kelvin Lim Fun Kit, called An Enclosure For A Swing.
Visitors can already access most of the new amenities at the park, however it will only be officially opened in the middle of Mar 2012.
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