Spring Restoration Work and Spraying Schedule

The removal of the dam was included in the master plan for the restoration of the area, and was developed well prior to our involvement, and prescribed by federal restoration acts. The dam was constructed in the 1930's diverting the channel with the intent to address perceived problems with smelt and salmon migration. The restoration returned the channel to its natural course, and changes to the course are expected as the channel matures. We were aware of these plans when we started our organization, and fully supported the restoration of habitat at the Delta, though we lobbied all along for a means to access Sundial Island beyond the new channel. In fact, negotiations with entities having reason to access the island (PGE and Williams Pipeline) did include ideas of a bridge. Unfortunately, with the sandy soils, and seasonal water changes, the possibility of building even a pedestrian bridge was cost prohibitive even if only considering the engineering required. We all understand that the area has effectively been reduced by nearly 1/2, further compounded by the continuing increase in usage. I can point you to our additional web resource for information on the restoration plans, and dam removal documents. You can find these on our Yahoo! Group page in files>Dam Removal You will have to register at the site to access these documents. You can also find more information at the Army Corps of Engineers website by searching for "Sandy River Delta"