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Recent News About Bureau of Reclamation, Department of Interi
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Reclamation partners celebrate 120th anniversary at Grand Coulee Dam
Today, the Bureau of Reclamation and local partners celebrated the culmination of Reclamation’s 120th anniversary year events and Reclamation’s service to the American people.
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Reclamation announces public meeting regarding the 2021 Reinitiation of Consultation on the Long-Term Operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project
On June 13, 2023, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 pm, Reclamation will hold a quarterly meeting to provide an update on the development of the biological assessment for the 2021 Reinitiation of Consultation on the Long-Term Operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project, pursuant to the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act.
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Hyrum Reservoir filling for irrigation season Spillway is closed and no longer being monitored for safety
Reclamation today announced the closing of the spillway gates at Hyrum Reservoir, allowing the reservoir to fill for the irrigation season. With the spillway gates closed, the spillway no longer requires monitoring.
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Reclamation releases Yakima basin June water supply forecast
The Bureau of Reclamation’s June 2023 water supply forecast for the Yakima basin indicates the water supply will be adequate to meet irrigation demands this season.
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Fresno Dam Road lane restrictions and delays
The road crossing Fresno Dam will be reduced to a single lane of traffic June 6-16, 2023, in support of the ongoing Safety of Dams project. Delays should be expected while crossing the dam.
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Reclamation announces redevelopment plans for Swanson and Red Willow Reservoir concession areas
The Bureau of Reclamation’s Nebraska-Kansas Area Office is reviewing concession area plans for Red Willow and Swanson Reservoirs. The planned upgrades to facilities and infrastructure will enhance functionality, visitor experience, and accessibility.
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Overnight releases from Davis Dam temporarily reduced
During June, the Bureau of Reclamation will reduce overnight water releases from Davis Dam to decrease the local caddisfly population.
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Yuma Desalting Plant to conduct test of the Chemical Release Alarm System
On June 1, 2023, the Bureau of Reclamation's Yuma Desalting Plant (YDP), located at 7301 Calle Agua Salada, will conduct a test of its Chemical Release Alarm System.
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Agencies reach agreement over Jackson Lake Dam
he State of Wyoming and the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) have reached an agreement on water management operations for the Upper Snake River basin that will avoid impacts to fisheries below the Jackson Lake Dam in Grand Teton National Park.
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2023 Drought Response Operations Plan Finalized; plan focuses on recovery of upstream reservoirs
Under the Drought Response Operations Agreement, the Bureau of Reclamation today began implementation of the 2023 Drought Response Operations Plan, which focuses on allowing upstream reservoirs to recover additional water previously sent downstream to Lake Powell.
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Reclamation kicks off Lake Berryessa summer season hours
The Bureau of Reclamation is changing its hours at Lake Berryessa today, May 26.
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Spring reservoir levels near average in eastern Montana for Memorial Day weekend
The Bureau of Reclamation announced that projected water levels and releases at most Reclamation-managed reservoirs in eastern Montana will be near average this Memorial Day weekend.
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Kristin White selected as deputy regional director of operations
The Bureau of Reclamation’s California-Great Basin Region today announced the selection of Kristin White as deputy regional director of operations.
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Delta Cross Channel Gates remain closed through Memorial Day
The Bureau of Reclamation will keep the Delta Cross Channel Gates closed Memorial Day weekend: Friday, May 26 through Monday, May 29.
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Reclamation reopens Acorn Campground for Memorial Day Weekend
The Bureau of Reclamation has scheduled the reopening of Acorn Campground in New Melones Lake’s Tuttletown Recreation Area for Memorial Day weekend.
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South Dakota Army National Guard to Bivouac and Perform Road Work at Belle Fourche Reservoir
The South Dakota Army National Guard will be working at Belle Fourche Reservoir as a part of the annual Golden Coyote Exercise scheduled for June 2-16, 2023.
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Grand Coulee Dam laser light show and public tours begin Memorial Day weekend
Starting May 26, the Bureau of Reclamation will begin operations of the “One River, Many Voices” laser light show and the John W. Keys III Pump-Generating Plant public tours.
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Hungry Horse Dam Visitor Center to reopen daily Memorial Day weekend, tours return in June
Starting May 25, 2023, the Bureau of Reclamation’s Hungry Horse Dam Visitor Center will be open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time. The outdoor, guided walking tours will resume June 16.
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Public invited to attend Tiber Reservoir Public Meeting
The Bureau of Reclamation is scheduled to host a public meeting at the Chester Community/Senior Center at 618 E. Adams Ave., Chester, Montana, 59522, to discuss recreation at Tiber Reservoir, May 24, 2023, from 6-8 p.m.
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Reclamation increases Klamath Project 2023 water supply allocations
oday, the Bureau of Reclamation announced a boost in water supply for Klamath Project contractors, and confirmed higher lake levels for endangered sucker fish as well as larger releases from Upper Klamath Lake to benefit salmon.