Automated gate system back in service
Looks like the Automated Gate Control System is back online. The old system measured the river stage and calculated releases, and was susceptible to errors whenever algae was flourishing. This new system does NOT use river stage and will let Reclamation manage more precise releases in real time. Here's the press release from Dan Jewell:
Earlier this week Reclamation successfully conducted a Mock Failure Exercise for the Yellowtail Afterbay Dam automated gate control system. This was the final step in our contingency planning process before placing the automated gate control system online. Accordingly, we will be placing the automated gate control system in service for a 120-day real-time evaluation period beginning mid-morning this coming Monday, May 3. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to give me a call at 406-247-7298.
