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Loose barge carrying toxic alcohol compound partially submerged at McAlpine Dam in Louisville: Officials

Tuesday, March 28

(LOUISVILLE, Ky.) -- A set of locks for an Ohio River dam in Kentucky is closed due to a "navigational incident" after 10 barges were released from a tugboat, including one barge carrying 1,400 tons of a toxic alcohol compound, officials said.The incident occurred at... Read More.

Canyon Dam Boat Launch Frozen Over

Wednesday, February 1

Extreme cold temperatures at Lake Almanor freeze the water around the Canyon Dam boat launch. The Lassen National Forest says that getting boats into the lake is impossible with significant ice around the launch.However, if you enjoy the cold and bank fishing is possible... Read More.

Canyon Dam Boat Launch

Tuesday, January 24

Canyon Dam Boat Launch is open but there are currently ice conditions. Please use caution if you choose to launch your boat at the site.

Expect Slowdowns Between Canyon Dam and Greenville

Tuesday, November 15

A slowdown is coming your way on Highway 89. Expect up to 15-minute delays between Canyon Dam and Greenville from traffic controls. PG&E will be resuming work in the area for the Dixie Fire aftermath clean-up. More details will be provided on... Read More.

Logging Truck Collision Blocks SB Lane of HWY 89 Near Canyon Dam

Thursday, November 3

A logging truck and sedan have collided on Highway 89 near Canyon dam. The southbound lane is blocked. No further details on injuries or persons involved have been made available at this time. Prepare to slow down through the area for emergency response. Updates... Read More.

Reminder: Canyon Dam Boat Launch Closed For Repairs

Monday, August 8

No launching your boat from the Canyon dam boat ramp today and tomorrow. The ramp will be CLOSED for repairs.Dock bumpers will be replaced and non-slip paint will be applied to the dock. The day-use area and the Lake Almanor... Read More.

Almanor Ranger District Temporarily Closes Canyon Dam Boat Launch

Wednesday, August 3

Canyon Dam Boat launch will be closed to recreationists in the height of summer. Though the closure is temporary and aims to allow an upgrade to the dock bumper as well as apply a coat of anti-slip paint. The day-use area and... Read More.

PG&E Recognizes May 31st as National Dam Safety Awareness Day

Thursday, May 26

PG&E is recognizing May 31st as National Dam Safety Awareness Day. Working, living, or recreating downstream from a dam can be hazardous in the event of an emergency. Dam awareness day brings the reality of that happening for you to have an evacuation plan... Read More.

PG&E Closes Canyon Dam Day Use Area Through Summer

Monday, April 18

PG&E will close its Canyon Dam Day use area, a popular recreation site for many locals and visitors for the majority of the summer. PG&E will be completing some maintenance on a water channel at the bottom of Canyon Dam. They will have to... Read More.

Canyon Dam Maintenance

Wednesday, April 13

QUINCY, Calif.— Pacific Gas and Electric Company will perform maintenance on a water channel at the bottom of Canyon Dam this summer. While the work is underway, PG&E’s Canyon Dam Day-Use Area will be closed and PG&E’s contractor will use a pipe bypass system... Read More.