BC Hydro proposes leaving Site C structures at the bottom of the Peace River

Pictured is riprap stockpiled at Septimus rail siding for use in the Site C project. Riprap stone used for the construction of temporary bridges and causeways is among the 45 structures BC Hydro is requesting permission to leave in the Site C reservoir once filling begins, claiming removal of the structures would cause more harm to fish populations than if they were retained.

BC Hydro is asking for permission to leave 45 structures at the bottom of the Peace River once the multibillion-dollar Site C reservoir begins filling. In a request to the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office, BC Hydro claims the structures would be more detrimental to the local fish species and habitat if removed than if allowed … Continue reading BC Hydro proposes leaving Site C structures at the bottom of the Peace River