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Bureau of Reclamation Monitoring Seep near I-90

Media Contact: Kelly Bridges, (208) 378-5101, kbridges@usbr.gov

For Release: May 15, 2015

MOSES LAKE, Washington – The Bureau of Reclamation is monitoring water seeping along I-90 near the Weber Siphon, after being notified by the Washington Department of Transportation. The area is near the location where two concrete pipes run underneath I-90 and transport water for irrigation purposes.

“Reclamation is monitoring the site and taking protective measures. The seep is minor, and at this time does not pose a threat to I-90 or to the frontage road,” said Brandt Demars, Program Manager for Construction Engineering. “The East Low Canal remains fully operational and irrigation flows have not been affected.”

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