After years of debate and a series of legal actions, river herring will have access to traditional habitat along the St. Croix River in Maine. The changes are the result of a new law which requires fishways on the St. … Continued
Minnesota’s Straight River is one of the top areas for trophy-class brown trout in the state, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The river is one of only a couple of brown trout streams in northwestern Minnesota. … Continued
According to NOAA Fisheries, the installation of special fishways has resulted in greater numbers of river herring returning to the Acushnet River in Massachusetts. Since the fishways were installed in 2007, there has been an astounding 1,140% increase in migrating … Continued
In September 2011, the 108-foot tall Elwha Dam was removed on the Elwha River in Washington. The project was largest dam removal in U.S. history. Just a few months later, fish have already begun to return to their restored habitat. … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and partners have released an analysis evaluating the pros and cons of keeping, improving or removing Bloede Dam and are looking for citizens to share their input. The possible removal of Bloede Dam … Continued