
Comment on Forest Service Solicits Comments on Proposed Dam Near Holy Cross Wilderness by Winston Heuga
The US Forest Service is seeking public input on a proposal to build a dam near the Holy Cross Wilderness in Colorado. The dam, which would be located on the East Fork of the Eagle River, is intended to mitigate flooding risks and enhance water security for downstream communities. However, environmentalists have raised concerns about the potential impacts of the dam on the surrounding ecosystem and wildlife. The Forest Service is accepting comments on the proposal until April 25, 2023. …