Table 8 - Residual Harm from Potential Impacts Associated with the Ruth Falls Dam Refurbishment
p. p. 58
Temporary loss of fish habitat (approximately 1.15 km2 ) due to lowering of the reservoir beyond the minimum operating level observed from April 1 – Nov. 30 annually. Lowering the headpond approximately 18' is required in order to complete...
AI summary The temporary loss of fish habitat due to lowering the Ruth Falls Dam reservoir is necessary for refurbishment. NS Power acknowledges the impact and proposes mitigation measures to minimize effects on fish habitat, including a controlled drawdown and maintaining water flow.