Water being held back in Hebgen Dam for use later in the year in Montana
4/7/2022 11:27:57 PM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Gallatin County, MT
Start Date: 4/4/2022
- End Date: 12/31/2022
NorthWestern Energy is limiting releases from Hebgen Dam from April 4 through April 24 to keep more water in the reservoir in preparation for low water in the Madison River Basin. Persistent drought, low soil moisture and low snowpack were the reasons for conserving water.
The Billings Gazette (Mont.), April 4, 2022
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