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Does setting instream flows mean that those levels will always be there?

April 26, 2017flows instream levels mean setting

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Does setting instream flows mean that those levels will always be there?

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No. Natural variations in rainfall and the use of existing water rights can result in actual flows being lower than the instream flows. Instream flow rules do not require that water be put back in streams. The rules are intended to protect flows from future water uses.