In May and June 2013, Bonneville Power Administration and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the U.S. Entity) hosted a number of open houses in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. The Columbia River Treaty Review Team attended several of the meetings. The main topics discussed included: how effective use of U.S. reservoirs for called upon flood control may affect interests and impact flood risk; whether the Canadian Entitlement is an accurate reflection of power benefits; potential effects on water supply, including irrigation; coordination to enhance ecosystems, including salmon populations; and adaptation to climate change. Many attendees also wanted more information on the process leading to the U.S. recommendation and beyond.

For more information of U.S. views, please see the comments page on the U.S. Entity’s Columbia River Treaty 2014-2014 Review website at: http://www.crt2014-2024review.gov/CRTComments.aspx