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Sediment buildup

By Oregon Water Science Center 2012 (approx.)
small creek with sand bars that have green grasses growing in them
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Detailed Description

Large quantities of sediment released from the water year 2012 Fall Creek Lake, Oregon, streambed drawdown filled the Fall Creek channel just downstream from the dam. Vegetation can be seen growing on the sediment.

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Public Domain.