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Can we use the partially repaired portion in conjunction with the old portion to operate the dam over the summer to keep water levels high?

April 26, 2017conjunction Dam levels operate portion repaired summer water

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Can we use the partially repaired portion in conjunction with the old portion to operate the dam over the summer to keep water levels high?

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No. The dam was damaged during a severe flood in July 2000 and during severe events of this kind, the dam needs to be able to quickly respond to high water flows. The old technology used on the dam has been permanently decommissioned. The suggestion to re-install a portion of it temporarily for the summer is not feasible for many reasons including Health & Safety issues, liability, operational logistics and costs.