More than 100 residents attended the meeting, during which some expressed frustration over fears of rising water costs, while others shared concerns about lasting damage to the Eel River and tribal water rights.
Tag: Potter Valley Project
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Ukiah workshop to address Mendocino County’s water future post–Potter Valley dams
The Inland Water and Power Commission will share updates Monday on water supply planning following the Potter Valley Project’s decommissioning, with regional agencies presenting data and taking public questions.
Posted inEnvironment & Natural Resources
Letter to the Editor: A reality check on the Eel River dams
“Lake Pillsbury has hazardous levels of mercury, and the dams are dysfunctional safety risks. I can’t wait to see them go.”
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Northern California tribes join forces to restore Eel River in response to anticipated PG&E dam removal
The Round Valley Indian Tribes and Yurok Tribe signed a “Treaty of Friendship” committing to joint restoration of the Eel River as PG&E prepares to remove the Scott and Cape Horn dams.
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Environmental groups host comment workshops on Potter Valley Project dam removalÂ
Pro-removal organizations will host virtual and in-person sessions to explain the project and guide participants through submitting comments to FERC.