The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is investing $162 million over five years to support ecosystem restoration and address critical water-related challenges in the Klamath Basin of southern Oregon and northern California. As part of this initiative, nearly $90 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds have already been allocated to a wide range of projects in close collaboration with Tribes, stakeholders, and government leaders.
One of the key projects is the expansion of the Klamath Falls National Fish Hatchery, which will enhance captive-rearing of the endangered Lost River and shortnose suckers. These fish hold deep cultural significance for the Klamath Tribes. The Service is also engaging stakeholders through a co-development process to identify restoration projects that have broad community support.
