A critical moment for North Coast water — Close to Home - The Press Democrat
We must ask ourselves: Are we also ready at the local level to step up? We believe we are.| The Press Democrat
We must ask ourselves: Are we also ready at the local level to step up? We believe we are.| The Press Democrat
Scott Dam’s proximity to the Bartlett Springs Fault is a major safety concern. Earthquake safety is a key element of life in California and FOER has repeatedly requested that PG&E reveal the real risks to dam safety associated with seismic activity at Scott Dam. Click to learn more.| Friends of the Eel River
This year Scott Dam turned 100 years old, and as is the case with any century-old infrastructure, there are some concerns about its safety.| Friends of the Eel River
Decreased water storage, high temperatures, and evapotranspiration cause the sediment that has piled up in steep banks behind Scott Dam to dry out and slough off, threatening to irreparably clog the ‘needle valve’ which is the only way to release water when the Lake Pillsbury reservoir is lower than completely full. With water storage looming at 27,306 AF, balancing on a precipice of management priorities and safety requirements. How long do we have before the water levels in the reservoi...| Friends of the Eel River
Immense pressure behind Scott Dam in this highly erosive landscape and the "flashy" Eel River threatens dam safety and reliability. Read more in this post about dam safety and Scott Dam's questionable foundation.| Friends of the Eel River
Did you know Scott Dam was originally designed to run straight across the Eel River Canyon? So why is there an angle in Scott Dam?| Friends of the Eel River
