Dam automation seeks county approval to apply for grant

Aidan Sanfelippo, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
Updated ·3 min read

Feb. 19—EAU CLAIRE — Regulating water levels in county lakes may become automated if the county can apply for and receive a grant.

A cost-sharing grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Municipal Dam Grant Program could fund modifications to the Lake Altoona and the Eau Claire River dams, according to the county board agenda.

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