**Historic achievement:** In October, the **removal of four hydroelectric dams** on the Klamath River was completed, marking the largest project of its kind in the U.S.
**Ecological impact:** The dam removal is expected to restore **400 miles** of habitat for salmon and other native species, enhancing biodiversity.
**Tribute to tribes:** Indigenous tribes, including the **Yurok and Karuk**, express joy and optimism as their ancestral lands begin to heal after a century of ecological disruption.
**Community collaboration:** The project involved extensive collaboration between tribes, local residents, and governmental agencies to ensure the river's restoration.
The **Klamath River**, once known for its abundant salmon population, is **seeing positive signs** of recovery, with threatened species like coho salmon returning to the upper basin.
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