Klamath River Ecosystem Recovery
A year after the removal of the last dam, the Klamath River ecosystem is showing signs of significant improvement.
Scientists have observed salmon swimming upstream, as well as increased activity of bald eagles, bears, beavers, otters, and ospreys, indicating a thriving ecosystem.
The rivers seem to come alive almost instantly after dam removal, and fish returned in greater numbers than I expected, and maybe anyone expected.
According to Damon Goodman, Mount Shasta-Klamath regional director for California Trout, the river's health has begun to bounce back, thanks to the completion of the world's largest dam removal effort.
However, federal funding cuts pose a setback to continued scientific monitoring, which could impact the long-term recovery of the ecosystem.
Author's summary: Klamath River ecosystem is booming after dam removal.
- Increased salmon population
- Higher activity of bald eagles, bears, beavers, otters, and ospreys
- World's largest dam removal effort completed