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CAN THE DAMS.

Source :
Environment. Oct2002, Vol. 44 Issue 8, p6. 1/3p.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Comments on the plans to remove 63 dams in 15 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. Effect of the nation's aging dam infrastructure, combined with a growing understanding of the negative ecological impacts of dams; Problems presented by dams, including drowning valuable habitat under reservoirs and blocking annual migrations of fish; Benefits of dam removal, including better water quality and revitalized fisheries.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00139157
Volume :
44
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Environment
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
7421399