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DEQ to hold public meeting to collect comments on draft 401 water quality certification for Felt Hydroelectric Project

August 24, 2026 | News Releases

DRIGGS – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) will hold a public meeting to receive comments on the draft Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 Water Quality Certification for the Felt Hydr…

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DEQ seeks representative for Middle Snake Watershed Advisory Group

August 14, 2026 | News Releases

TWIN FALLS – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking representatives to fill two vacancies on the Middle Snake Watershed Advisory Group (WAG).

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DEQ seeks representative for Wood River Watershed Advisory Group

August 11, 2026 | News Releases

TWIN FALLS – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a representative to fill a vacancy on the Wood River Watershed Advisory Group (WAG). 

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Avista reducing water releases from Post Falls Dam to minimum required levels

August 7, 2026 | News Releases

SPOKANE, WA –Avista will reduce water releases from Post Falls Dam to the minimum level required under Avista’s federal operating license beginning this week.

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If DEQ determines a violation has occurred, DEQ can issue a warning letter or a notice of violation; refer the case to the Idaho Attorney General’s office for civil or criminal enforcement; or refer the case to other relevant local, state, or federal enforcement agencies for enforcement consideration. See DEQ’s Compliance and Enforcement page for more information.
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