News from April 2023
Reclamation announces re-scheduled fluctuation of Wind River flow downstream of Boysen Dam
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation, in collaboration with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGF), has re-scheduled the flushing flow in the Wind River downstream of Boysen Dam, according to Wyoming Area Manager, Lyle Myler.
St. Mary Diversion Dam Replacement Draft Environmental Assessment Public Comment
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
Reclamation announces the release of the St. Mary Diversion Dam Replacement Project’s Draft Environmental Assessment (EA).
McKay Dam releases may increase, cause higher stream levels
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation advises people near or around McKay Creek downstream of McKay Reservoir to exercise caution due to potential dangers associated with high flows and fluctuating water levels between the reservoir and the Umatilla River.
Fresno Dam Modification to Start and Tailwater Fishing Access Site Closure
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Contractor selected to complete the Fresno Dam Safety Modifications, NW Construction, plans to begin mobilization activities the week of April 17, 2023.
Reclamation taking proactive measures in the Lahontan Valley to address record-breaking snowpack, flood concerns
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
In response to record breaking snowpack conditions in the Sierra Nevada, Reclamation is working with Churchill County, city of Fallon, and Truckee-Carson Irrigation District to implement proactive measures to help mitigate flooding this spring.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $585 Million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Repair Aging Water Infrastructure, Advance Drought Resilience
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
During a visit to the Imperial Dam, Deputy Secretary of the Interior Tommy Beaudreau, Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, and Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Camille Calimlim Touton announced a nearly $585 million investment from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for infrastructure repairs on water delivery systems throughout the West. Funding will go to 83 projects in 11 states to improve water conveyance and storage, increase safety, improve hydro power generation and provide water treatment.
Reclamation announces Yakima basin April water supply forecast
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation’s April 2023 total water supply available forecast for the Yakima basin indicates the water supply will be adequate to meet irrigation demands this season.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $20 Million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for Drought Resilience Projects in California and Utah
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to rebuild our nation’s infrastructure and make communities more resilient to the climate crisis, the Department of the Interior today announced $20 million for four small surface and groundwater storage projects in California and Utah.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Up to $233 Million in Water Conservation Funding for Gila River Indian Community
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
Following a visit to the Gila River Indian Community, Deputy Secretary of the Interior Tommy Beaudreau, Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, and Deputy Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner David Palumbo announced up to $233 million in historic funding and conservation agreements to help the Gila River Indian Community and water users across the Colorado River Basin protect the stability and sustainability of the Colorado River System. They were joined by federal, state, local and Tribal leaders.
Update on Expanding Wildland Firefighter Health and Wellbeing Services
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
Our wildland firefighters are the backbone of the federal government's ability to protect public and Tribal lands, infrastructure, and communities from wildfires, but this vital profession can have significant impacts on health and wellbeing, including mental health.
Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Announces More Than $8.6 Million to Revitalize Coal Communities in Tennessee
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement today announced more than $8.6 million in fiscal year 2022 funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to create good-paying union jobs and catalyze economic opportunity by reclaiming abandoned mine lands in Tennessee.
Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Announces $5.8 Million to Revitalize Coal Communities in Utah
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement today announced $5.8 million in fiscal year 2022 funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to create good-paying union jobs and catalyze economic opportunity by reclaiming abandoned mine lands in Utah.
Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs Now Accepting Applications from U.S. Territories for Energy Projects
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs has announced that proposals are now being accepted for the Energizing Insular Communities (EIC) grant program for fiscal year (FY) 2023.
Indian Affairs announces expansion of Tiwahe Initiative
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Office of Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs announced today the selection of two new Tribes for the Tiwahe Initiative Social Services Demonstration Program.
Environmental Agencies To Fund Wetland, Floodplain, and Groundwater Restoration in Tewksbury
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The Natural Resource Damages Trustee Council for the Sutton Brook Disposal Area Superfund Site will fund two projects located at Poplar Street and Mollie Drive in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, that will restore wetland, floodplain, and groundwater resources using $1.65 million in Natural Resource Damage Assessment and Restoration settlement funds.
Working Lands Win for Kincaid’s Lupine
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
Only four populations of Kincaid’s lupine remain in Washington, all of which occur on private lands.
Service and partners file settlement agreement with FirstLight for improved fish passage, flows
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
Partners have reached a milestone in the relicensing process for two hydropower facilities on the Connecticut River in Massachusetts.
Service Designates Critical Habitat for the Pearl Darter
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces the designation of 524 river miles of critical habitat in Mississippi for the pearl darter April 6, 2023, an important step toward restoring the species to the Pearl River drainage.
Pearl Darter Critical Habitat FAQs
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
The pearl darter (Percina aurora), like many other American darters, is a small, bottom dwelling fish that requires protection under the Endangered Species Act of 1973
Small but Mighty, the Columbia Basin Pygmy Rabbit Scratches out a Living in Sagebrush Habitat
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 9, 2023
Sagebrush habitat can look pretty barren of life at first glance, but this unique ecosystem supports all kinds of life.