As 650 million gallons is released into the Rio Grande, here’s what researchers hope to learn - KUNM
Researchers are monitoring the environmental impacts of a 650-million-gallon water release into the Rio Grande to study its effects on the river's ecosystem. The project aims to gather data on sediment movement and habitat restoration for native species, such as the Rio Grande silvery minnow. This information will help scientists and water managers better understand how to maintain the river’s health under varying flow conditions.
As 650 million gallons is released into the Rio Grande, here’s what researchers hope to learn KUNM
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