1 Dec 2023

23-056 Dworshak Dam releases to increase beginning December 4 for turbine testing

AHSAHKA, Idaho – Dworshak Dam will be increasing releases starting Dec. 4 to accommodate testing required for turbine maintenance. The public can expect the Clearwater River below the dam to change several feet between December 4 and 9. River users should use caution.

28 Sep 2023

23-048 Dworshak Dam releases to fluctuate between 2,400 and 5,000 cfs on Oct. 5 and 6 for testing

AHSAHKA, Idaho – Operators of Dworshak Dam will increase flows from 1,700 to 2,400 cubic feet per second on the evening of Oct. 4 to help minimize stage changes during testing on the following days. Between Thursday, Oct. 5 and Friday, Oct. 6, releases will fluctuate due to testing required as part of annual turbine maintenance.

2 Aug 2023

23-042 Repaving project at Dent Acres Campground moved to 2024

Ahsahka, Idaho –Dent Acres Campground will be closed for camping between August 1 and September 30, 2024, due to a repaving project.

8 Apr 2022

22-021 Dworshak Dam discharge to increase to support hatchery releases

AHSAHKA, Idaho –Dworshak Dam is currently discharging 7,100 cubic feet per second (cfs). Discharges will remain steady for the next week before increasing to 9,500 cfs to support local hatchery releases. Discharge for the remainder of the month, after hatchery releases are concluded, is expected to be in the approximate range of 8,000 to 10,500 cfs.

5 Oct 2020

20-053 Anglers and recreationalists beware of fluctuating water levels on the Clearwater and the North Fork of the Clearwater

Ahsahka, Idaho. – Dworshak Dam powerhouse will conduct testing on one of their hydropower units on October 13 and 14, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. The test will increase the flow from the powerhouse, resulting in fluctuations of water depth and flow on both the Clearwater and the North Fork of the Clearwater rivers.