For Release: 03/01/2010

Caldron Falls Flowage Drawdown Begins March 15

The reduction is to prepare for spring runoff due to melting snow

Green Bay, WI - Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, operator of hydroelectric facilities along the Peshtigo River, will reduce the water level of the Caldron Falls Reservoir by no more than four feet below normal elevation during a spring drawdown beginning Monday, March 15, 2010. The drawdown will take place at a maximum rate of one-half inch per hour.

The drawdown has been coordinated with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and is being conducted to reduce the flows downstream of Caldron Falls dam, as temperatures warm. The reservoir will be returned to normal elevation following the spring runoff.

As always, care should be taken while taking advantage of the recreational opportunities on the Caldron Falls Flowage.

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