BOISE — Anglers, boaters and other river users may notice temporary changes to Snake River water levels during the first three weeks as part of an Idaho Power water quality improvement project.

Starting Nov. 1, flows may increase below C.J. Strike and Swan Falls reservoirs. C.J. Strike, located south of Mountain Home, will be gradually lowered about 15 inches below full, and Swan Falls will gradually be drawn down by as much as three feet. The reservoirs will reach their lowest point Nov. 11-15. Both will then gradually refill over the next several days, returning to normal levels by Nov. 19.

The flow changes are necessary as Idaho Power completes the major portion of its Rippee Island Research Project near Walters Ferry. Temporary coffer dams that have been in place to keep water out of the project’s construction area will be removed, restoring regular flows to the channel between the island and the streambank. The project is intended to narrow and deepen the channel in that stretch of the river, increasing water velocity and improving fish habitat.

Fishing and other access will remain open during the drawdown and refill process. Boaters are reminded to be careful of rocks and other low-water obstructions. For more information, including current water levels, visit www.idahopower.com/community-recreation/recreation/water-information.

About Idaho Power
Idaho Power, headquartered in vibrant and fast-growing Boise, Idaho, has been a locally operated energy company since 1916. Today, it serves a 24,000-square-mile area in Idaho and Oregon. The company’s goal to provide 100% clean energy by 2045 builds on its long history as a clean-energy leader that provides reliable service at affordable prices. With 17 low-cost hydroelectric projects at the core of its diverse energy mix, Idaho Power’s residential, business and agricultural customers pay among the nation’s lowest prices for electricity. Its 2,000 employees proudly serve more than 590,000 customers with a culture of safety first, integrity always and respect for all.

IDACORP Inc. (NYSE: IDA), Idaho Power’s independent publicly traded parent company, is also headquartered in Boise, Idaho. To learn more, visit idahopower.com or idacorpinc.com.

Contact:
Brad Bowlin
Communications Specialist
Idaho Power
208-388-2803 and bbowlin@idahopower.com