Monday, December 8, 2014

Help keep the Oneida Narrows open for accessible recreation

The Oneida Narrows (north of Preston) is a popular recreation area in Cache Valley. It is one of the few places that's easily accessible for those who use wheelchairs or have mobility impairments for fly fishing and kayaking/tubing.

Photo Courtesy: USU Hard News Cafe

The proposed dam would flood the canyon, creating a reservoir and another hydroelectric plant. Public comment  is being accepted until December 17. It’s simple to do and could make the difference in saving this area. Please make your voice heard! 

1) Go to http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ecomment.asp.

2) Click the large orange button that says “e-comment”.

3) Fill out the short form with your name, address, and email. 

4) The system will then generate an email to you with a live link allowing you to file comments. The docket number you need to enter is P-12486-008. Composing your comments in advance is best so you can just copy and paste them in the text field; otherwise the system may time out while you are working on your comments.

5) Hit “submit” and your comments will become part of the public record. 

More information about the project in these Herald Journal stories and YouTube video:

Keep Oneida Narrows for outdoor recreation

2012 ruling failed to put Oneida dam issue to rest

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