'A tremendous win.' Kentucky dam removal will help an ecological treasure.
Pretty soon, one of the state’s ecological treasures will get even better, thanks to the largest dam-removal project in Kentucky history.
Partners in the project showcased work Monday on removing Lock and Dam 5 on the Green River between Butler and Warren counties.
Officials said getting rid of the 301-foot long dam and lock structure, allowing the river to flow freely, will improve habitat for species including fish and mussels, make the river safer, improve fishing and create opportunities for expanded recreational use such as kayaking and canoeing.
“It’s just a tremendous win for the river and the people who love it,” said David Phemister, state director of The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky.
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