Battle Creek Dams — California Trout Top 5 Dams Out

Battle Creek Dams — California Trout Top 5 Dams Out

Battle Creek is one of five dams that we’ve identified to be ready for removal for the benefit of the surrounding ecosystem and communities. Historically, Battle Creek was home to a diverse assemblage of anadromous and resident fishes adapted to its specific...
Eagle Canyon/Battle Creek Fish Passage Project

Eagle Canyon/Battle Creek Fish Passage Project

Battle Creek is an important watershed because of the year-round influence of coldwater springs. Historically, this habitat allows a diversity of Chinook salmon and steelhead to develop, but these species are now extirpated from the watershed and in danger of extinction because of fish passage barriers from development. CalTrout’s project will be opening access to more than 8 miles of spring-fed spawning and rearing habitat for Sacramento River winter-run Chinook salmon by removing a fish passage barrier located upstream of the Eagle Canyon Dam in the North Fork of the Battle Creek watershed.

Heal The River

Heal The River

This film discusses the unintended consequences of the construction and operation of the Harris Dam on Alabama’s Tallapoosa River, and how it has changed the way downstream communities interact with the river. With the licensing underway, there are opportunities...
Killing The Klamath

Killing The Klamath

Known for its scenic beauty and spectacular wildlife, the Klamath Basin also sees its share of controversy as communities grapple with how to meet the water needs of people, farms, and fish. This film explores the story of the Klamath Tribes’ fight to save the sacred C’waam and Koptu fish and a dying lake. 

Guardians of the River

Guardians of the River

In this film by American Rivers and Swiftwater Films, Indigenous leaders share why removing four dams to restore a healthy Klamath River is critical for clean water, food sovereignty and justice.