Spokane River access at Post Falls opens Monday
In this June 6, 2023 file photo, the Spokane River flows through the Post Falls dam leased by Avista.
File/Courtesy of City of Post Falls
POST FALLS — Avista Utilities is advising Spokane River users that river recreation will be permitted in the area between the Spokane Street bridge and boater safety cables upstream of the Post Falls Dam beginning Monday.
River flows are approaching levels to allow summer operations at the hydroelectric facility.
The city of Post Falls boat launch and swim beach at Q’emiln Park are also opening to the public Monday.
Avista expects summer operation at the dam to continue through Labor Day for as long as weather conditions allow.
The company asks those enjoying recreation activities in the area to remember that water levels and conditions around the dam are subject to change at any time, and river users should exercise caution whenever using the waterways.