2026-11878Notice

Oroville Adds Campgrounds, Day-Use Areas, and Another Boat Launch

Published Date: 6/12/2026

Notice

Summary

The California Department of Water Resources is upgrading the Oroville Wildlife Area with better campgrounds, day-use spots, and a boat launch near the Thermalito Afterbay. These improvements, reviewed and approved for environmental safety, will make outdoor fun easier and more enjoyable for visitors. The project is moving forward now, with no big costs or delays expected.

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Oroville recreation improvements approved

You will get upgraded recreation facilities at the Oroville Wildlife Area: a campground, a day-use area, and a boat launch adjacent to the Thermalito Afterbay as part of the Feather River Hydroelectric Project (Project No. 2100). The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission adopted the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Final Environmental Assessment (the Corps EA) related to these improvements (document filed Feb 27, 2026 and published in the Federal Register on June 12, 2026), and the licensee is moving forward with construction.

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