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Penobscot River

Maine Opens 30 Miles of Streams

October 18, 2016June 24, 2020

Projects in Maine Improve Lake and Stream Habitat for Fish

We have completed two landmark fish passage projects in the Penobscot River Habitat Focus Area. The benefits to migratory alewife fish are expected to be substantial due to the large amount of spawning habitat restored—a total of more than 3,100 acres—and 30 miles of stream habitat opened.

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  • ← St. Louis River Team Advances Restoration Goals
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