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Growing boat traffic's impact on Spokane River to be studied

by CAROLYN BOSTICK
Staff Writer | March 9, 2025 1:07 AM

POST FALLS — As boat traffic increases on the Spokane River, officials are beginning to study its impact.

Craig Cooper of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality said they've seen a large increase in boat traffic and are receiving complaints about wake and surf boats affecting property and public safety.

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