water resources — Blog — Rogue Riverkeeper

New dam proposal on Rogue tributary would hinder native fish spawning and recreation

Read more about the proposal of the Lobster Creek dam.

Take Action, Water Use, WildlifeKlamath SiskiyouJuly 27, 2023water resources, dam, dams, FERC, permits, permit, rogue river, Rogue River, tributary, lobster creek, Salmon, spawning

What’s coming up in the OR State Legislature in 2023?

Rogue Riverkeeper keeps an eye on upcoming laws that will be considered by the state that will affect water, fish, and recreational opportunities in the Rogue Basin. As the year progresses we’ll continue to update the community on how legislatures are developing water policy in the Rogue Basin. Check out our blog post to learn more about proposed laws that will protect local waterways.

Clean Water Act Defense, Water QualityHaleigh MartinJanuary 10, 2023rogue river, agriculture, water resources, Water Quality, waters of the united states, Oregon legislature, legislative, cafos

Municipal Highlight: Another Dry Winter Brings Consequences for the Ashland Watershed

The extended drought and the record-breaking dry spell we experienced this winter will have intense, long lasting effects this summer. Read to learn more about our municipality’s water and your water use as an individual.

Stormwater, Water UseFrances OyungMarch 25, 2022water resources, Stormwater, Drinking water, Rogue Riverkeeper, Rogue River, Oregon, county, city, community resources

Protecting Water Resources: It Starts at the Tributaries

Underground water is critical, yet it is less visible making it easy to alter or damage through earth work and development. Citizen monitoring and involvement in the local planning process is critical to protect these smaller and little noticed water resources.

Bear Creek, Clean Water Act Defense, StormwaterFrances OyungMarch 1, 2022Water Quality, clean water, tributary, water resources, local, county, city, river, stream, surface water, riparian, wetland