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Category: Dam Removal
VNRC Completes Youngs Brook Dam Removal in West Rutland
Montpelier, Vermont – VNRC is excited to announce that the removal of Youngs Brook dam…
Another River Flows Freely – VNRC & Partners Complete Dam Removal and Reconnect Brandy Brook Headwaters
Montpelier, VT — At the end of August, Vermont Natural Resources Council officially completed work…
Youngs Brook Dam Removal begins in West Rutland
Montpelier, Vermont (August 11, 2025) –VNRC— in partnership with the Town of West Rutland and…
Two Things: Wainwright Dam removal complete + make your plan to vote
Two things: Two things: This week, we’re celebrating the completion of the Wainwright Dam removal and sharing a…
Press Release: VNRC & Partners Complete Wainwright Dam Removal
For the first time in 219 years, Tributary 10 is flowing freely into Otter Creek.…
Flood Resilience Forum at the Barre Old Labor Hall 9/26/2024
We hosted a Flood Resilience Forum at the Barre Old Labor Hall on September 26th,…
Op Ed: Why Wood is Good for our Waterways
This op-ed was written in response to concerns from Vermont community members, our own observations…
Three Things: Wainright Mill Dam Removal, Small Grants for Smart Growth Competitive Grant Round, and Green Drinks @ Zero Gravity
Three Things: This week, we’re sharing updates on the Wainwright Dam removal, Small Grants for…
2024 Vermont Legislative Bulletin – Historic Progress for Vermont’s Climate, Communities, and Natural Resources
It’s been a historic year for climate action, communities, and natural resources! Read about the…
Two Things: Legislative Action on Clean Energy and Flood Safety
Two Things: We’re asking you to reach out to your lawmakers in support of two key bills that are…
Vermont Senate Advances Flood Safety Act (S.213)
Montpelier, VT – Today, the Vermont Senate voted in strong, bi-partisan support of S.213, the Flood…