River plan draws detractors
The latest plan to limit algae-producing phosphorus in the Spokane River is drawing critics. The Spokesman Review reports.
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Ecology completes clean-up at Flora Road site
The Washington Department of Ecology capped contaminated sediments at an informal access point at Flora Road.
Spokane River clean-up nets 8 plus tons of trash
Over 750 volunteers turned out for the seventh annual Spokane River Clean-up, held Saturday, September 26, to clean up the Spokane River Gorge and a stretch of the Spokane River in the University District. City of Spokane Solid Waste Management crews picked up bags of recyclables and garbage collected by volunteers weighing 16,447 pounds of trash, or 8+ tons, up from 12,020 picked up in 2008.
Avista reports Upper Falls Dam oil spill
Avista is working with the Washington Department of Ecology to assess and manage the accidental release of a lightweight lubricating oil at its Upper Falls Hydroelectric Development on the Spokane River. Initial estimates are that 50-100 gallons of the oil leaked inside the powerhouse building before it was discovered.
Video interview with citizen that discovered Long Lake toxic algae
October 6, 2009 Scott Chaney talks to Spokane Riverkeeper about his discovery of toxic algae in Long Lake, and what he’s hoping the community will do to address it. Click…
Idaho Delegation Letter and EPA Response
On June 4, the Idaho congressional delegation wrote a letter to EPA administrator Lisa Jackson to share concerns about the DO TMDL and NPDES permits for the Spokane River. On…
Public Hearing for DO TMDL Scheduled
The Washington Department of Ecology will host a public hearing on the TMDL. Location: Spokane Community College, Lair Student Center– Sasquatch Room Time: 6:00 pm
DO TMDL Comment Period Extended and Public Hearing Set
October 1, 2009 The Washington Department of Ecology extended the comment period for the draft Spokane River / Lake Spokane Dissolved Oxygen Water Quality Improvement Plan (TMDL) by an additional…
Ecology warns residents to keep out of Long Lake
The discovery of toxic algae blooms in Long Lake has prompted authorities to warn residents to stay out of the water and keep their pets and livestock away, too. The Spokesman Review reports.
2009 Spokane River Clean-Up
The Most Fun You’ll Ever Have Picking Up Garbage! Sponsored by Friends of the Falls. The 7th Annual Spokane River Clean-Up is set for Saturday, September 26, from 9:00 am…