Since Condit Dam was completed on the White Salmon in 1913, not only the river's salmon and steelhead runs have been damaged but, the entire ecosystem has been negatively impacted. The project currently blocks upstream access to nearly 33 stream miles for steelhead and 14 miles for spring and fall Chinook and Coho. Removing Condit Dam will give salmon access to 15.3 miles and steelhead access to 32.4 miles high-quality habitat in the White Salmon. Fish will have access to this upstream habitat within a year of dam removal and the lower three miles of spawning habitat is anticipated to be functional within two years following dam removal. Dam removal will open up an additional five miles of river for rafting and kayaking.
“Not only does removing Condit Dam make environmental sense, it also makes economic sense. Restoring a free-flowing White Salmon River is the right thing to do for the river, the salmon and steelhead, and future generations,” said Thomas O’Keefe, Northwest stewardship director for American Whitewater.

The vision of the Mountaineers Foundation dedicates the organization to passing the best possible environmental legacy to ensuing generations. Please donate to help us continue this vital work in our community.