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Glines Canyon Dam removal

By Western Fisheries Research Center
Glines Canyon Dam removal
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Aerial photograph of the Elwha River flowing through the remains of the Glines Canyon Dam during the 3rd year of the dam removal project. Aerial assistance by LightHawk and plane piloted by Dr. Milton Bennett.

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