Fancy Gates Upgrade Wisconsin River Without Eco Drama
Published Date: 12/10/2025
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Summary
Domtar Paper Company wants to upgrade part of their hydroelectric project on the Wisconsin River by replacing old spillway gates with new, fancy concrete and hydraulic gates. The government checked the plan and says it won’t harm the environment much. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until January 5, 2026, to speak up—no big costs or delays expected!
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