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Oregon's Warm Water Top Source of Pollution for Fish: EPA to Update Toxin Criteria in Washington

September 8, 2022

Water Quality for Fish: Oregon Says Warm Water ‘Top Source of Pollution,’ EPA to Update Washington’s Toxin Criteria

The U.S. EPA has approved Oregon's water quality report on temperature in state waters, ensuring environmental protection and conservation efforts are met.

Angling Closes for John Day River Steelhead Due to Low Wild Fish Return; Chinook, Coho Return Not as Grim

September 8, 2022

Angling Closes for John Day River Steelhead Due to Low Wild Fish Return; Chinook, Coho Return to Date Not as Grim

Plan your steelhead angling trip to central Oregon's John Day River soon before it closes next week due to low wild steelhead numbers. Hurry up!

Biologists halt recreational salmon fishing in lower Columbia River

September 1, 2022

Biologists stop recreational salmon fishing in lower Columbia River

Fishing restrictions in place for salmon and steelhead downriver of the dam. Limited to upriver and ocean off the river's mouth for hatchery coho salmon.

Inslee-Murray Lower Snake Dam Report: Reaction Ranges from 'Presumptive Path to Breaching' to Dam Removal Not Going to Happen

August 31, 2022

Inslee-Murray Lower Snake Dam Report: Reaction Ranges From ‘Presumptive Path to Breaching’ to Dam Removal Not Going to Happen

Salmon advocates clash with power and river user interests over dam replacement. Members of Congress in eastern Washington oppose breaching Snake River dams.

Columbia Riverkeeper challenges Boardman gas pipeline infrastructure

August 30, 2022

Columbia Riverkeeper challenges new Boardman gas pipeline infrastructure

An environmental group challenges FERC's approval of Coyote Springs Cogeneration Project near Boardman. Take action for a sustainable future today.

Federal Report Backs Removal of Klamath River Dams

August 26, 2022

Federal report supports removal of Klamath River dams

Federal regulators have issued a final environmental impact statement in support of demolishing four dams on the Klamath River to save salmon.

Benefits of Snake River dams must be replaced before breaching - Report

August 25, 2022

Report: Benefits of Snake River dams must be replaced before breaching

Learn about the potential impacts of breaching four hydroelectric dams on the Snake River to save endangered salmon runs. Find out how benefits can be replaced in this final report by Gov. Jay Inslee and Sen. Patty Murray.

Klamath Basin to receive $26M federal infrastructure funding

August 24, 2022

Klamath Basin to receive $26M from federal infrastructure package

Federal funding is revitalizing the drought-stricken Klamath Basin with projects to enhance water quality, irrigation efficiency, and protect endangered fish populations. Millions of dollars are being allocated for these crucial initiatives.

Emergency Board to receive $800K ask to help Boardman resident with water crisis

August 24, 2022

Emergency Board to receive $800K ask to help Boardman resident with water crisis

The Oregon Health Authority seeks $800,000 from the Legislature’s Emergency Board to tackle the water crisis in northern Morrow County.

Oregon groups receive $11 million to protect species and support reforestation efforts

August 24, 2022

Oregon groups get $11 million boost from feds to protect threatened species, support reforestation

Discover how Oregon's threatened fish, sage grouse, and forests are benefiting from millions in federal funding from the USDA. Support conservation efforts today!

Klamath Irrigation District defies order to stop water deliveries

August 23, 2022

Klamath Irrigation District defies order to stop water deliveries

Despite federal shutdown order, Klamath Irrigation District vows to provide water to farmers in drought-hit basin. Stay updated on the latest developments.

Whychus Restoration Project Successfully Completed

August 23, 2022

Whychus restoration project completed

M & M Services completed instream restoration on Whychus Creek in 3 weeks, from Locust St to Hwy 20 bridge. Project between Creekside Campground and Park.

Irrigation District vs South Bend Residents: Who Speaks for the Trees?

August 21, 2022

Irrigation district, south Bend residents, tangle over who speaks for the trees

Join the fight to save Arnold Canal! Residents near the Deschutes River Woods and Woodside Ranch are opposing a piping plan to preserve seepage and keep the ground saturated. Support this grassroots movement today.

Central Oregon residents debate water, farming, housing impacts of 700 acres

August 18, 2022

Central Oregon residents debate water, farming, housing impacts of 700 acres

Deschutes County commissioners weigh pros and cons of low-density housing development on 700 acres near Terrebonne. Debate over housing vs. water use and farmland affordability.

Columbia River's salmon: core of ancient religion

August 15, 2022

Columbia River's salmon are at the core of ancient religion

Discover the rich history of Native tribes relying on Nch’i-Wána for salmon and steelhead trout, surrounded by fields of edible roots and medicinal herbs.

Deschutes Basin water users struggle in century-old system

August 14, 2022

Deschutes Basin water users scramble to make ends meet in century-old system

Central Oregon faces a severe drought due to low precipitation in the Cascades. Climate change has deepened the natural cycles, leading to declining snowpack and water volume in the Deschutes Basin.

Fixes to aging infrastructure impact on drought, groundwater supply

August 14, 2022

Fixes to aging infrastructure have major impact on drought, groundwater supply

Discover how the Deschutes Basin's irrigation districts are crucial for water conservation. A study suggests replacing canals with pipes could save water and benefit the river.

NOAA Seeking Comments from Fisheries Managers on Salmon Rebuilding Report for Administration's Recovery Efforts

August 11, 2022

NOAA Taking Comments From Fisheries Managers on Salmon Rebuilding Report Key to Administration’s Collaborative Recovery Efforts

Learn about the urgent need for large-scale actions in the Columbia River basin to meet salmon and steelhead abundance goals set by the Columbia Basin Partnership Task Force in 2020. NOAA Fisheries' draft report, released by the White House, highlights the necessary steps for conservation efforts.

U.S. violated law with plan for commercial chinook salmon fishing, judge says

August 11, 2022

U.S. violated law with plan for commercial chinook salmon fishing, judge says

A judge has ruled federal fishing regulators violated the Endangered Species Act by approving commercial trolling of chinook salmon in Alaska. Learn more.

OCHOCO IRRIGATION DISTRICT: Responsible stewardship of water supplies for farms and fish

August 11, 2022

Ochoco Irrigation District: Responsible stewardship of water supplies for farms and fish

Discover the history of Prineville valley before Bowman Dam was built in 1961. Government reports from 1903 describe the small, warm Crooked River.

Arnold Irrigation District conservation projects close to approval, district manager says

August 7, 2022

Arnold Irrigation District conservation projects close to approval, district manager says

Learn how Arnold Irrigation District's conservation strategy is helping farmers in Bend combat extreme drought conditions and save their farms.

Is there enough water in Oregon? It varies depending on who you ask

August 5, 2022

Do we have enough water in Oregon? Depends who you ask

Discover the varying opinions of Oregonians on water availability in the state. Views may differ based on location or gender. Find out more here.

Goodbye 1937 Flow Data: Climate Change Impacts on PNW Hydrology & Power Generation

August 4, 2022

GOODBYE 1937 FLOW DATA: WITH CLIMATE CHANGE BPA NOW USING MOST RECENT CONDITIONS TO INFORM FUTURE PNW HYDROLOGY, POWER GENERATION ESTIMATES

Discover how BPA's reliance on historical hydrological data is being challenged by warming regional climate trends, impacting firm power generation.

River cleanup doubles garbage and weed collection pre-COVID pandemic

August 3, 2022

River cleanup nearly doubles the amount of garbage, weeds collected pre-COVID

Join us at the annual Deschutes River Cleanup where scuba divers collected a record-breaking 2,600 pounds of garbage and weeds, nearly double from last year! Make a difference and help keep our rivers clean.

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Water Quality for Fish: Oregon Says Warm Water ‘Top Source of Pollution,’ EPA to Update Washington’s Toxin Criteria

Angling Closes for John Day River Steelhead Due to Low Wild Fish Return; Chinook, Coho Return to Date Not as Grim

Biologists stop recreational salmon fishing in lower Columbia River

Inslee-Murray Lower Snake Dam Report: Reaction Ranges From ‘Presumptive Path to Breaching’ to Dam Removal Not Going to Happen

Columbia Riverkeeper challenges new Boardman gas pipeline infrastructure

Federal report supports removal of Klamath River dams

Report: Benefits of Snake River dams must be replaced before breaching

Klamath Basin to receive $26M from federal infrastructure package

Emergency Board to receive $800K ask to help Boardman resident with water crisis

Oregon groups get $11 million boost from feds to protect threatened species, support reforestation

Klamath Irrigation District defies order to stop water deliveries

Whychus restoration project completed

Irrigation district, south Bend residents, tangle over who speaks for the trees

Central Oregon residents debate water, farming, housing impacts of 700 acres

Columbia River's salmon are at the core of ancient religion

Deschutes Basin water users scramble to make ends meet in century-old system

Fixes to aging infrastructure have major impact on drought, groundwater supply

NOAA Taking Comments From Fisheries Managers on Salmon Rebuilding Report Key to Administration’s Collaborative Recovery Efforts

U.S. violated law with plan for commercial chinook salmon fishing, judge says

Ochoco Irrigation District: Responsible stewardship of water supplies for farms and fish

Arnold Irrigation District conservation projects close to approval, district manager says

Do we have enough water in Oregon? Depends who you ask

GOODBYE 1937 FLOW DATA: WITH CLIMATE CHANGE BPA NOW USING MOST RECENT CONDITIONS TO INFORM FUTURE PNW HYDROLOGY, POWER GENERATION ESTIMATES

River cleanup nearly doubles the amount of garbage, weeds collected pre-COVID

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