Challenges remain before the Cuyahoga River could host an open swim like they did in Chicago

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Following a recent open-water swim in the once-polluted Chicago River, the question was raised whether Cleveland’s Cuyahoga River could host a similar event, and if anybody was thinking of pulling it off.

Despite significant improvements in water quality over the decades, local experts and officials believe the river is not yet ready for swimmers, citing water quality, safety concerns, and logistical hurdles. And nobody said they were prepared to plan such an event.

However, recent international interest and the success of other cities offer a potential blueprint for the future. These are the 5 takeaways from the original article .

1. Experts Say the Cuyahoga Is Not Ready for Swimmers

Despite the inspirational swim in Chicago, local experts are unified in their asse