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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has awarded a $1.7 million grant to the California Tahoe Conservancy to help restore a marsh at Lake Tahoe that is the largest remaining wetland in the Sierra Nevada.
Keeping Lake Tahoe blue is a multi-million dollar, year-round effort, but in 2017, the Jewel of the Sierra saw the worst clarity numbers in its recorded history. Now, state officials and scientists are taking a close look at what caused the decline in water quality.
One westbound lane of I-80 will be closed between the Patrick area and Vista Boulevard from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays Tuesday, Oct. 31 through mid-November. Motorists should anticipate minor travel delays, and are advised to allow extra travel time.
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The City of Reno will begin removing sediment from the Truckee River Whitewater Park at Wingfield Park starting Monday.
A water main break is causing traffic concerns in south Reno.
The average clarity level of Lake Tahoe dropped nearly 4.8 feet in 2015, which is not usual during a drought.
The boat ramp at Cave Rock will be closed Wednesday, May 13th for maintenance reasons.
Researchers say Lake Tahoe's clarity improved again in 2014 and the drought was a factor why.