Glen Canyon Dam Update
May 9th, 2008
Glen Canyon Dam Operations
The monthly release volume in May 2008 will likely be higher than in April 2008. A total monthly volume of 790,000 acre-feet is scheduled to be released in May 2008. Weekday releases will average about 12,850 cfs with afternoon peaks to about 15,000 cfs and off peak lows to about 9,000 cfs. Saturday and Sunday releases will average about 12,300 cfs with afternoon peaks to about 14,750 cfs and off peak lows to about 9,000 cfs.
Appeal Court Briefs Filed In Grand Canyon Litigation
May 25th, 2008
A Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal brief was filed Monday May 12, 2008, by a coalition of groups challenging the Grand Canyon National Park Colorado River Management Plan. The coalition includes River Runners for Wilderness (RRFW), Rock the Earth, Living Rivers and Wilderness Watch.
In a separate filing, a Friends of the Court brief, known as an amicus curiae brief, was filed Friday, May 23, 2008. The amicus brief supports the appeal of RRFW and its partners.
