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Columbia Basin Bulletin - Drought Dries Up Crooked River: Historically Low Flows Lead To Fishing Closure, Impacts To Salmon Reintroduction
Discover why Central Oregon's Crooked River is the first Oregon river closed to angling due to drought-related low flows, impacting fish and salmon reintroduction efforts.
Bend canal neighbors sue to block 12-mile piping project
A lawsuit has been filed against Arnold Irrigation District for plans to pipe their main canal in south Bend, citing irreversible environmental damage and decreased property values. Join the opposition group in fighting for the preservation of the local environment.
OPB - Central Oregon water-sharing program extended after bumpy start
The Deschutes River Conservancy, Central Oregon Irrigation District, and North Unit Irrigation District are extending their water bank pilot project despite challenges faced in the inaugural year. Join us in supporting sustainable water management.
Columbia Basin Bulletin - Pacific Northwest Groups Urge Action On Modernizing Columbia River Treaty, Concerned About Uncertainties Of ‘Called-Upon’ Operations
Join 32 organizations in calling for the inclusion of Ecosystem Function as a primary purpose of the 58-year-old treaty governing hydropower and flood control on the river.
Columbia Basin Bulletin - PNNL Report Details How Hydropower Performs During Severe U.S. West Droughts, Maintains 80 Percent of Average Generation
Learn about the unprecedented megadrought in the Southwestern US, the driest in 1,200 years. Find out how it's impacting water levels and raising concerns about the electric grid's reliability.
Columbia Basin Bulletin - Tracking Coastal Steelhead Migration: Innovative Research Could Help Prioritize Habitat Restoration Projects
Discover the latest research from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife on coastal steelhead fisheries and habitat restoration. Learn about the implications for future fishery management.
Bonneville Power Administration Having Good Financial Year; More Money Coming for Fish/Wildlife, Fish Accords to Be Extended
The Bonneville Power Administration's Fish and Wildlife budget sees an 8.7% increase in FY 2024-25, the largest since 2010. This boost will provide more flexibility to support the Columbia River Basin Fish and Wildlife Program.
