Big Hole River Faces Impairment Decision

Montana’s DEQ is set to formally label the Big Hole River as impaired due to rampant algae growth since 2020, which has choked oxygen levels and devastated aquatic insect life. After years of data collection, the draft assessment aims to unlock targeted restoration funding and galvanize community action. Local groups and landowners are already making strides—like cutting sediment in key drainages—with hopeful signs of recovery. Despite looming dry conditions and fishing restrictions, outfitters are pivoting to early-season trips, proving resilience and collaboration are turning the tide for this iconic river. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/db5314e67b784384