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Authors: Heru, L. G. (U.S. FLh erd W0dtifc Soir, Nmtso Nandr Flrlrrry Rs@ O6c, ndq Nv)

Year: 1995 (xxvii)

Abstract

For more than a century the Truckee River has suffered from relentless human impacl Watgr depletion, urbanization, channelization, and other impacts have changed the characGr and productivity of the Truckee River. Organized in 1993, the Lower Truckee River Restoration Steering CommitGe (Committee) developed methods and planned activities to improve the river’s condition for the endangered cui-ui and threatened La.hontan cutthroat trout and the ecosystem. After identifying goals and objectives, based on principles of a normal intact river qystem, the Committee initiated stu&es to determine cause and elfect relationships. Using the resulG of our studies as a guide, the Committee developed a restoration plan that indudes: 1) flow prescriptions required for physical and bioiogical processes, 2) channel modifications using the results of our geomorphic evaiuation, 3) river corridor management plan, and 4) habitat improvements. Overview of current activities will be presented. 47