by South Yuba River Citizens League | Aug 23, 2023
Dams create a number of issues for the overall health of a watershed. One of the primary issues is that they modify the volume (discharge) and timing of when and how water flows in the portion of the river downstream. Dams trap and store water in the wet periods of time, and then release additional water during the dry, hot periods of time to meet human need. The graph which shows the amount of water flowing past a point over time is called a hydrograph.
by Idaho Rivers United | Aug 18, 2023
IRU, along with Columbia Riverkeeper, Northwest Sportfishing Industry Association, and Idaho Conservation League, recently provided 60 days notice of intent to sue the U.S. Army Corps over lethal hot water conditions for migrating sockeye salmon caused by the Lower Snake River dams.
by Alabama Rivers Alliance | Aug 17, 2023
Victory Declared on Chandler Mountain Land, Waters and Endangered Wildlife Saved from Destructive Project; Advocates Celebrate Local Community’s Successful Efforts Today we celebrate a significant victory for the people of Chandler Mountain, for the...
by Idaho Rivers United | Jul 27, 2023
Here is IRU’s breakdown of frequently asked questions regarding the recent notice of intent to sue the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: Background & outcome: This intent to sue seeks changes, and a ruling made by a federal judge, to demand that the Army Corps remove...
by Alabama Rivers Alliance | Jul 14, 2023
Alabama Power is moving forward with its plans to build and operate a large pumped storage hydropower facility in the vicinity of Chandler Mountain in the Coosa River watershed. HOW DOES THIS PROJECT IMPACT COMMUNITIES NEAR CHANDLER MOUNTAIN? If this project moves...
