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Plan ahead by checking current reservoir levels and boat ramp availabilities at:
https://t.co/JlQk7UglBu (Willamette Valley locations)
https://t.co/TOZpjWnNsC (Rogue Basin)

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Extremely low rainfall and snowpack have resulted in one of the driest years on record for our Willamette and Rogue reservoirs.

Here's a brief explanation of what that means for all of us:

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“Too long, didn’t watch” summary:

-- It’ll be a challenging year as we balance competing needs.

-- Our goal is to manage these dam systems in a way that spreads impacts as fairly as possible.

-- There will still be recreation opportunities this summer.

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Our “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” District Salary Transparency initiative, explained:

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Storms, stone, and survival.
From the 1852 shipwreck of the Captain Lincoln to the modern-day battle against the Pacific, discover the "People, Peril and Perseverance" behind the Coos Bay North Jetty.

Read the full feature here: https://t.co/D8JsRsvkvx

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Exceptionally low rainfall and snowpack have resulted in drought conditions for Lost Creek and Applegate lakes, creating challenges for refilling the reservoirs ahead of the summer recreation season.

More info/details to join one of our public meetings: https://t.co/qVxuM08XsU

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All of that said, we'll still have plenty of opportunities for recreation at our reservoirs this summer. In fact, right now, many of our boat ramps are accessible.

Join us for a public info session May 19 to learn more.

More info:
https://t.co/A81J3PtSVm

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With low rainfall and snowpack that have us facing drought conditions across the region, we’re looking at a very dry year for our Willamette Valley reservoirs.

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The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (@ASACivilWorks), Adam Telle, on Tuesday at @USDA discusses the critical role that @USArmy Civil Works is playing in the Trump Administration's (@POTUS) efforts to lower fertilizer prices for our farmers and ranchers.

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Getting back out on the water for the spring? 🌷🌷🌷

Before you go, know that April is Low-Head Dam Public Safety Awareness Month!

Low-head dams, known as “drowning machines,” can cause injury or death if you become trapped in the recirculating current generated by the dam.

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In the next few weeks, we're starting a critical repair of the Rogue River South Jetty on Oregon’s southern coast. The repair, scheduled to finish this fall, will ensure the long-term reliability of the vital navigation channel at Gold Beach.

More info: https://t.co/fAwdRAxDYh

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The transition to a credit, debit, and digital-only payment system will help streamline operations, reduce administrative costs, and ensure fee revenue is reinvested directly into maintaining and improving the facilities that visitors enjoy.

More info: https://t.co/iMsoUlsf0R

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Effective April 15, we’re transitioning to a fully cashless fee collection system at several recreation sites near John Day Dam.

This change will affect Plymouth Campground, LePage Campground, and LePage Day Use Park.

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Join us for one of two virtual public information sessions April 1. Our dam safety experts will explain the science behind this temporary measure and what you can expect.

Session 1 – 12:30-1 p.m.
Session 2 – 6-6:30 p.m.

More info: https://t.co/pdMe1pJSlC

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We're taking proactive measures at Hills Creek Dam to protect nearby communities from risks associated with earthquakes.

This recreation season, we'll be lowering the reservoir's water level by about 30 feet.

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“President Trump has empowered his Administration to work with lightspeed efficiency to make our government deliver more for all Americans," said Adam Telle, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (@ASACivilWorks).

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The plan consists of 27 initiatives grouped under five categories:

▪️Maximizing the Ability to Deliver National Infrastructure
▪️Cutting Red Tape
▪️Focus on Efficiency
▪️Transparency & Accountability
▪️Prioritization

More details:
https://t.co/Zo37iJCRiX

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Today, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam R. Telle announced a major initiative, “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork,” for the Army’s Civil Works program.

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Our experts and engineers will be on hand to talk about our agency’s role in the flood.

We’ll also be presenting this short video featuring recently recorded interviews with people who lived through and responded to the crisis:

https://t.co/lRZPbor8cG

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Join us at OMSI Monday evening,
Feb. 23, as we look back on historic flooding that reshaped our region in the Oregon Chapter of the American Meteorological Society's event, "30th Anniversary of the February '96 Floods."

https://t.co/hBgvOLJgqX