The development that can be seen around the river in this photo is a literal reshaping of this landscape. Installation of more condos and housing units to accommodate Minneapolis’s growing population indicates a present desire to live in this region. Also in this photograph, one can see hydro power being generated by the river, which is becoming desirable due to increased environmental concerns and resource scarcity. To have access to renewable energy is becoming more sought-after, which may be one explanation for the current influx of people wanting to live near the river.
Urban Geography 