Lake Aldwell behind Elwha Dam begins its descent -PDN

6/13 Peninsula Daily News
Lake Aldwell behind Elwha Dam begins its descent
By Rob Ollikainen
Peninsula Daily News

PORT ANGELES — The surface level of Lake Aldwell is no longer being manipulated by man.

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation on Wednesday ceased management of the draw on the reservoir west of Port Angeles, Olympic National Park spokesman Dave Reynolds said.

“Everything is dependent on flow right now,” Reynolds said.

Water in the reservoir has dropped 18 feet since June 1, when the generators inside the Elwha Dam were turned off after 98 years of steadfast service.

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