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Plumas National Forest Pile Burning Expands Near Canyon Dam and Lake Almanor

Monday, February 17

This week, pile burning operations are ongoing in the Plumas National Forest in Plumas County. Firefighters have successfully completed treatments on three separate 1-acre units at locations including the Mount Hough Ranger District office, Oakland Camp, and Greenville Campground. They have also completed ignitions... Read More.

Back-to-Back Earthquakes Rumble Near Canyon Dam

Wednesday, February 12

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.

Canyon Dam Welcomes Back Post Office After Years Without Service

Monday, September 9

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.

Canyon Dam Boat Launch Closes for Repairs

Wednesday, May 15

If you're heading to the lake this week, the Lassen National Forest says you won't be able to launch your boat at Canyon Dam.The Boat Launch at Lake Almanor will be closed for important repairs beginning today through tomorrow, but will reopen by Friday... Read More.

Historic Klamath River Dam Removal Unleashes Challenges for Wildlife

Monday, February 19

The largest dam removal in history aims to restore salmon habitats that have been locked out for over a century, yet the historic removal has not left all animals unscathed by the receding waters. Observers have witnessed large fish kills and other wildlife caught... Read More.

Earthquake Jolts Lake Almanor Again: 3.5 Magnitude Quake Near Canyon Dam

Thursday, February 8

A quake rocked the Lake Almanor area yet again. According to the USGS, around 1:30 AM a 3.5 magnitude Earthquake was centered near Canyon Dam, and was felt as far away as Susanville and Milford.The epicenter was 2 km below the surface, rendering much... Read More.

Historic Move: Iron Gate Dam’s Partial Opening Marks Crucial Step in Klamath River Restoration- Final Steps in the Largest Dam Removal Project in N. CA

Tuesday, January 23

In a landmark move towards ecological restoration, the partial opening of the gate on the 16-foot-wide bypass tunnel at the Iron Gate dam signifies a crucial step in the removal of four aging hydroelectric dams along the Klamath River.This initiative, approved by the Federal... Read More.

Greenville and Canyon Dam to Get Permanent Power Restored- PG&E Completes Undergrounding Work

Friday, September 15

A major milestone for Greenville and Canyon Dam in Dixie Fire Recovery efforts, as PG&E completes the 8-mile undergrounding powerline project along hwy 89.The run will now bring permanent power to the communities devastated by the fire two years ago now through a connection... Read More.

PG&E Resumes Undergrounding in Canyon Dam

Friday, May 12

HEADS UP: PG&E and contracted personnel continue work on State Route 89 between Canyon Dam and Greenville for undergrounding operations.You should continue to plan for 24/7 traffic control with up to 15-minute delays, Mondays through Fridays between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., and up... Read More.

Canyon Dam Boat Launch and Day Use Area Dixie Fire Restoration Work Resumes

Thursday, April 27

As calm weather returns, the Lassen National Forest will resume Dixie Fire restoration work at the Canyon Dam Boat launch and the day-use area. This work will close about one and a half miles of the Lake Almanor Trail.Timber will be removed from the... Read More.

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Plumas National Forest Pile Burning Expands Near Canyon Dam and Lake Almanor

Back-to-Back Earthquakes Rumble Near Canyon Dam

Canyon Dam Welcomes Back Post Office After Years Without Service

Canyon Dam Boat Launch Closes for Repairs

Historic Klamath River Dam Removal Unleashes Challenges for Wildlife

Earthquake Jolts Lake Almanor Again: 3.5 Magnitude Quake Near Canyon Dam

Historic Move: Iron Gate Dam’s Partial Opening Marks Crucial Step in Klamath River Restoration- Final Steps in the Largest Dam Removal Project in N. CA

Greenville and Canyon Dam to Get Permanent Power Restored- PG&E Completes Undergrounding Work

PG&E Resumes Undergrounding in Canyon Dam

Canyon Dam Boat Launch and Day Use Area Dixie Fire Restoration Work Resumes

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