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Reclamation to Test Gates of Olympus Dam

Media Contact: Patience Hurley, (701) 221-1204, phurley@usbr.gov

For Release: April 21, 2015

LOVELAND, COLO. -- The Bureau of Reclamation will be conducting routine testing of the gates of Olympus Dam at Lake Estes Wednesday and Thursday this week.

"Due to this testing, individuals recreating in or near the river should be advised that flows in the Big Thompson River may fluctuate without warning," said Eastern Colorado Area Manager, Jaci Gould.

This gate testing is part of Reclamation's maintenance process that involves periodic and mandatory testing of critical portions of each facility to ensure that they will operate normally if needed. For additional information, contact Patience Hurley at 701-221-1204.

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Relevant Link:

Eastern Colorado Area Office Home Page