The moving story of the rebirth of a biologically critical river
in the Southwest is recounted in A River Reborn: The Restoration of
Fossil Creek. The one-hour documentary describes the natural and human
history of Fossil Creek, examines the ecological effects of a 100-year-old
dam and hydroelectric facility, and chronicles the 15-year process
that led to decommissioning. Produced by Emmy Award-winning producer
Paul Bockhorst. Narrated by Ted Danson.
Fossil Creek nurtured a rich diversity of life for millions of years,
but in 1908 the water was diverted for the generation of electricity
to power mining operations in central Arizona. Now, in a historic
turnaround, the hydroelectric facilities are being decommissioned
and the river returned to its natural state.
A River Reborn is a powerful case study in environmental restoration.
It highlights a broad reassessment of rivers and dams globally, as
well as the growing effort to balance fulfillment of human needs
with protection of the natural systems that support human life. This
includes the safeguarding of precious water resources and the protection
of threatened and endangered species. As a focal point for this reassessment,
Fossil Creek reveals both challenges and opportunities associated
with riparian restora=tion.
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