U.S., Canada officials to study impact of coal mining in North Idaho’s Kootenai River
The Kootenai River is home to burbot and white sturgeon, both of which have suffered significant population loss after the construction of Libby Dam in Montana in 1975. The Kootenai Tribe of Idaho has worked to restore those fish populations over the years. (Mia Maldonado/Idaho Capital Sun)
Officials from the U.S. and Canada are taking steps to address concerns from Native American tribes and environmental groups in Idaho who have pushed for years to strengthen regulations on water contamination in the Kootenai River.
The International Joint Commission, which is made up of U.S. and Canadian officials, is accepting public comment until Aug. 27. The commission is seeking data on mining contamination and ecosystem health studies in the Kootenai River.
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