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With funding secured and plans set, delays in dam repair project arises as no bids received on project. United States Fish and Wildlife Service say they will revise schedule upon awarding of contract
Concerns over seepage, water releases and environmental impacts discussed at meeting with stakeholders. Hoeven urges expedited repairs and collaboration with landowners on Lake Ilo Dam issues.
Federal Fish & Wildlife officials met with Dunn County residents Thursday morning to discuss the draining of the lake for a dam safety construction project. Weed control was also a contentious issue.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has drained much of Lake Ilo to mitigate seepage of the Spring Creek Dam. Many Dunn Co ranchers, residents and outdoorsmen are not happy about it.