UPPER OHIO NAVIGATION STUDY, PENNSYLVANIA ENVIRONMENTAL APPENDIX
Invasive Species Issues
Note to Reader: The potential for non-native aquatic invasive species to take advantage of fish passage strategies designed for native species at navigation projects was an issue of concern raised during the Upper Ohio Navigation Study fish passage study. In particular, the severe impacts of the Asian carp complex that has spread through the Mississippi drainage are a significant concern should the carp enter Pennsylvania through the Ohio River. The District requested that the Pennsylvania Invasive Species Council provide their position on improving passage for native fish through navigation projects, in view of the concern over Asian carp. The request and the Council’s response are provided for reference. This issue was not resolved in this feasibility study, but will be addressed further through consultation as described in feasibility study Main Report.
| Published: | January 16, 2024 |
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District - Draft Documents
