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Bureau of Reclamation Supports Yurok Tribe’s Boat Dance with Klamath River Flow Increase

The Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) has announced plans to increase water flows in the Klamath River starting August 15, 2024, to support the Yurok Tribe’s annual Boat Dance ceremony. This carefully orchestrated release demonstrates the BOR’s commitment to honoring tribal traditions while managing complex water needs in the Klamath Basin.

waterdata.usgs.gov data shows a flow increase ramping up August 13th, 2024

Key points of the flow increase:

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