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Salmon Habitat by Molly Mettler Idaho Statesman, October 1, 2021

Fact: Our Idaho salmon are disappearing. Salmon were once very abundant in Idaho with runs numbering 2-6 million. Now, runs are significantly below replacement numbers. Unless changes are made to their habitat and ecosystem, many Idaho salmon populations will disappear in the next 5 to 10 years.

Fact: Habitat change means the four lower Snake River dams need to be removed. Those dams have outlived their usefulness; we get back less than 50 cents on every dollar invested. The electricity produced by the dams can be generated through better, and cleaner, methods.

Fact: There’s a way forward without the dams. We can still serve the needs of Idaho’s ranchers, farmers and businesses and help the salmon, too. Please check out Congressman Mike Simpson’s Columbia Basin Initiative for a common sense, integrated approach.

Bold action is needed, and now is the time.