Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Land Trust Complete Removal of Kwoneesum Dam

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Land Trust have completed the removal of the Kwoneesum Dam, restoring natural fish passage and habitat along a critical waterway. This project represents years of collaborative planning between the Tribe, conservation partners, and state agencies.

The dam removal will benefit native salmon and steelhead populations, supporting the Tribe's longstanding commitment to natural resource management and habitat restoration.