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A river runs through a forest of trees. Water flows over a small barrier in the foreground, and continues on through rocks covered in fall leaves.

On the hunt for hidden dams

Madison Goldberg • February 10, 2023

Scientists say the "ghost dams" scattered throughout the country's waterways pose ecological risks

A large brick building sits on top of a big dam, with the river in the foreground. Excavators are demolishing a corner of the dam.

Take dams down and the fish will come

Delger Erdenesanaa • August 13, 2021

Thousands of U.S. dams could be removed to restore important fish habitat without impacting hydropower generation, experts say

Spotted frogs in the spotlight

Kelsey R. Kennedy • July 25, 2016

Activist groups and farmers are gearing up for a fight in Central Oregon

The Mekong River: To dam or not to dam?

Rachel Nuwer • January 10, 2011

Hydropower might help the region but risks loss of biodiversity and a way of life