The Elwha Project (FERC P-2683) and Glines Canyon Project (FERC P-588) have blocked salmon and degraded aquatic habitat on the Elwha River, 87% of the watershed of which is located in Olympic National Park. These hydroelectric projects were acquired by the federal government from James River Corporation in 2000 and are scheduled for removal in 2009.

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projects - Elwha Restoration

Title	Name	City
	Thomas O'Keefe	Seattle WA	Details...

Elwha Restoration

Regions

LowerPacific Region

Clubs

University Kayak Club
Seattle, WA
Paddle Trails Canoe Club
Seattle, WA
Washington Recreational River Runners
Renton, WA
Washington Kayak Club
Seattle, WA

Associated Rivers

Elwha

2. Mills Reservoir to Highway 101 II-III(IV)

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462

10/12 0:00

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Elwha

3. Aldwell Reservoir to river mouth (ocean surf) II

low

462

10/12 0:00

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Elwha

1. Grand Canyon V

low

324

10/1 7:45

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Associated News

Elwha Dam Removal Comments

Elwha River Dams Another Step Forward Toward Removal

Associated Projects

Elwha Restoration
The Elwha River will be restored by removing two dams that have blocked salmon and degraded recreational opportunities on one of the Pacific Northwest's most spectacular rivers.

Regions

NorthWest Region

Documents

Pacific Northwest Dam Removal Fact Sheets 5AUG2007
Fact sheet on dam removals scheduled for the Pacific Northwest.
Elwha Wild and Scenic River Eligibility Report
This study report evaluates the eligibility and classification of the Elwha River for inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System.

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