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The Conowingo Dam significantly benefits our environment, our economy, and the Chesapeake Bay, all while fighting climate change and supporting our community.
Conowingo was an engineering marvel when constructed more than 90 years ago and it continues to operate safely and reliably today.
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We’re also seeing Gizzard shad, smallmouth bass, walleye, sea lamprey, striped bass, and tiger muskie. What is everyone else catching or observing? 3/3
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEWe are operating every day and to date have collected 4 American shad which will be transported by truck above York Haven Dam. We have also collected 5 flathead catfish that MDNR has collected and taken off site. 2/
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEToday’s catch – we’re seeing more invasive species at the dam. Today, we caught 5 Northern Snakeheads - this is one of the aquatic invasive species that we are collecting and Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources “MDNR” will take off site. 1/ https://t.co/hfyuyrRorL
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEBenefits of the Conowingo Dam's renewed license include new programs for mussel restoration, fish and eel-passage, turtle management and waterfowl-nesting. Find out more about the benefits: https://t.co/zFXYmpi7jS https://t.co/RAyWqiVyzX
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEDid you know that the Conowingo Dam was constructed in 1928, making it 93 years old? #SupportConowingo https://t.co/nTY3I79R1P https://t.co/oTuGeEgHif
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEThe benefits from the dam's new operating license conditions include changes in the flow regime that will enhance habitat for aquatic species, and submerged aquatic vegetation, which trap sediment and remove pollution. Learn more: https://t.co/zFXYmpi7jS https://t.co/atdjbB6WCY
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEThe dam's renewed license is a critical step forward for Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts and paves the way for long-term investments that will enhance water quality, fish and eel passage, aquatic habitats and debris removal. Learn more: https://t.co/zFXYmpi7jS https://t.co/0kQhEo4mLU
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEConowingo's new license enables the continued operation of the dam, Maryland’s largest source of renewable energy, which generates safe, reliable power for tens of thousands of Maryland families and businesses! #SupportConowingo https://t.co/nTY3I79R1P https://t.co/jDsaqow7gq
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEThe Conowingo Dam's license renewal is a big win for MD's environment and economy, paving the way for up to $700 million in improvements that will benefit Chesapeake Bay water quality and aquatic life! Learn more: https://t.co/zFXYmpi7jS https://t.co/gWJkdOIXvg
VIEW · REPLY · RETWEET · FAVORITEStay tuned for more pics of the invasive species that we’re pulling from the river as well as the American Shad and River Herring when they start running – hopefully soon! 3/3 https://t.co/QoYNQBfUmU
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