California tribes celebrate historic dam removal: ‘More successful than we ever imagined’

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✍️ The removal of four hydroelectric dams on the Klamath River in Oregon and California has marked a new chapter for the region, allowing the river to restore its natural flow and habitat.
👉 The removal of the dams has allowed the river to restore its natural flow and habitat
👉 The dams had obstructed the migration of salmon and other native species
👉 The removal of the dams has already shown signs of success, including the return of threatened coho salmon to the upper Klamath River basin for the first time in over 60 years
👉 The project has been a long and challenging process, involving the collaboration of multiple stakeholders and the use of extensive modeling and planning
👉 The removal of the dams has allowed for the reintroduction of spring-run chinook salmon, which would otherwise have never had a chance

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After four dams were blasted from the Klamath River, the work to restore the ecosystem is under wayExplosions roared through the canyons lining the Klamath River earlier this year, signaling a new chapter for the region that hugs the Oregon-California border.In October, the removal of four hydroelectric dams built on the river was completed – the largest project of its kind in US history. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/03/california-klamath-dam-removal