Kern County Times

On April 27, Speaker of the House and Congressman of California’s 20th Congressional District Kevin McCarthy issued the following statement regarding Main Dam at Lake Isabella.

“A recent issue at the power plant located at the base of Main Dam at Lake Isabella has caused some concern within communities downstream of the reservoir, especially given the above average snowpack and upcoming spring snowmelt. I have spoken with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District Commander, Colonel Chad Caldwell, about Lake Isabella, and he has assured me that any issues at the power plant pose no risk to Main Dam, which remains safe and operational. 
 
"Over the years, I have worked with the Army Corps and stakeholders across our community to improve the dams and spillways at Lake Isabella to increase downstream flood safety. These initiatives were substantially completed earlier this month. I will continue to work with the Army Corps to ensure they have the resources and tools needed to keep communities below Lake Isabella safe.” 

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