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Coalition Unites to Remove Four Dams on Kennebec River for Salmon Revival

The removal of four dams on the Kennebec River promises to revive its ecosystem and boost local economies. With successful precedents, this project sets the stage for a brighter future for the river and its inhabitants.

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This picture is the aerial view of the river. At the bottom, we see the water flowing in the river....
This picture is the aerial view of the river. At the bottom, we see the water flowing in the river. In the right bottom, we see a tree. In the left bottom, we see the rock. In the middle, we see the trees and stones. We see the boats in yellow and blue color. There are trees and rocks at the top.

Coalition Unites to Remove Four Dams on Kennebec River for Salmon Revival

A coalition of environmental groups, state and federal agencies, local governments, and dam owners have united to remove four dams on the lower Kennebec River. This move aims to revive the river's ecosystem and support Maine's economy, as clean water is vital to the state's way of life.

The Kennebec River once teemed with Atlantic salmon, but their numbers have dwindled to critically endangered levels due to dam barriers. The removal of these four dams—Harris, Lockwood, Weston, and Merrymeeting—will restore access to over 100 miles of prime habitat, including the Sandy River tributary. This action is expected to boost populations of not only Atlantic salmon, but also river herring, shad, and other sea-run fish.

The Edwards Dam removal in 1999 serves as a successful precedent. Following its removal, the Kennebec River experienced a remarkable resurgence in sea-run fish populations, wildlife, and economic opportunities. The removal of these four dams is anticipated to bring similar benefits, reviving riverfront communities and supporting both commercial and recreational fisheries.

The removal of these four dams on the lower Kennebec River will open up new habitats for endangered and threatened species, supporting Maine's economy and respecting the Wabanaki people's connection to these waterways. By learning from the Edwards Dam removal, this project sets the stage for a brighter future for the Kennebec River and its inhabitants.

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