Restoring the Tucannon River's Floodplain | Spokane News

Washington’s Fish and Wildlife Department is reviving the Tucannon River’s natural rhythm by restoring its floodplain — a bold move to rescue endangered fish like spring chinook and bull trout. Plans include dismantling Big Four Lake, building a new one, and rehabbing other lakes built decades ago that now disrupt the river’s flow. By letting the river spread out, they’ll reduce erosion, prevent downstream flooding, and boost habitat. Consultants have drafted a 75% complete plan, even proposing road relocations and buried power lines to cut fire risks. This isn’t about destruction — it’s about healing the river so fish can thrive again. Funding and years of work lie ahead, but the vision is clear: a healthier river for wildlife and communities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/45d18d1ef71e2cce