SR-70 Reopens After Canyon Clearance; Caution Advised

SR-70 update.The slides in the canyon have been cleared and the road is currently open. Please remain cautious while travelling in the area as there are still work crews on foot. Thank you Caltrans-district 2.#caltransdistrict2 #plumascountysheriff

Back-to-Back Earthquakes Rumble Near Canyon Dam

Did you feel it? Pair of Shakers on Tuesday ... USGS reports two nearby small earthquakes on 11 February. The first, a very small Magnitude 2.4 event, showed up in mid afternoon. Then, in the early evening, a larger Magnitude 3.0 'quake, shook the ground... Read More.

Progress on SR-70 Reopening in Feather River Canyon

Crews are making significant progress clearing the slides that have closed State Route 70 in the Feather River Canyon. Taking advantage of a break in the weather, crews were expected to be able to fully clear one of the slides last evening. The remaining... Read More.

SR-70 Closed Indefinitely Following Feather River Canyon Slides

State Route 70 remains closed from Grandview Station to the Greenville Wye due to two significant slides at post miles 17 and 21 in the Feather River Canyon. The highway is covered with debris, and the hillside's instability complicates cleanup efforts. Officials estimate the... Read More.

Canyon Dam Welcomes Back Post Office After Years Without Service

After more than three years without a local post office, the community of Canyon Dam will finally see the return of regular retail and delivery services. Starting Monday, September 9, 2024, residents can once again access postal services at 29586 State Highway 89, Canyon... Read More.

Stockade Canyon Fire at 29% Containment

Wildfire Fact Sheet: Stockade Canyon Fire UpdateLocation: Gerlach/Washoe County, Nev. BLM Nevada – Winnemucca DistrictSize & Containment: 16,951 acres & 29% containedSummary: Full Suppression utilizing approved tools within the Wilderness Study Area. Minimize acres burned in Primary and General Sage grouse habitat. Protect identified... Read More.