Elwha Dam Photo by Thomas O'Keefe

On September 17th, 2011, the historic removal of the Elwha and Glines Canyon dams on the Elwha River began. Over a decade later, we look back upon this incredible achievement and how it can serve as a model for other restoration efforts. 

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Comments & Filings / Decommissioning and removal / Laws, court cases, and filings   12/22/1994

Elwha Dam Removal Comments

Comments & Filings / Court Cases / Hydro Guides / Laws, court cases, and filings   11/9/2015

Citizen Guide for Effective Participation in Hydropower Licensing

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Elwha Hydroelectric Project P-2683

 Removed Conventional Hydro
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Glines Canyon Dam P-588

 Removed Conventional Hydro