![]() “The wild and scenic Snake River in Grand Teton National Park provides stunning views, world-class fishing and recreational opportunities and excellent wildlife viewing,” Grand Teton National Park Superintendent Chip Jenkins said. “We look forward to working together to examine water operations and ensure water flows are maintained year-long.”Īny reduction of water flow below the prescribed operation in this area could harm the ecosystem and negatively affect angler opportunities. ![]() I appreciate the Bureau of Reclamation’s efforts to work with us to find solutions to address our concerns” Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik said. “This stretch of river is iconic and a national treasure. The 4.5-mile stretch of river below the dam is critical habitat for Snake River cutthroat trout, shore birds, wildlife and the bluehead sucker - a species of greatest conservation need. The minimum flow required to maintain the fishery below the dam and maintain water within the world-famous Oxbow Bend is 280 cfs. Reclamation has pledged to work with Wyoming on a path toward long-term solutions that address Wyoming’s concerns regarding maintaining adequate flows throughout the year and assessing how operations of Jackson Lake impact Reclamation operations system-wide. ![]() If necessary, Reclamation has committed to covering any shortfalls should they occur. Wyoming is committed to using its water storage allocation, up to a maximum of 33,000-acre feet. The State of Wyoming will supplement flows in an effort to protect the ecosystem and maintain releases at a minimum of 280 cubic feet per second (cfs). Cheyenne - The State of Wyoming and the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) have reached an agreement on water management operations for the Upper Snake River Basin that will avoid impacts to fisheries below Jackson Lake Dam.
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