California scales back golden mussel safeguards at Lake Oroville reservoir
On 2026-06-14, California water managers ended inspections and decontamination requirements for boats launching at Lake Oroville, the Thermalito Forebay, and the Thermalito Afterbay. The change was made after a state-funded risk assessment said golden mussels pose a lower risk to the lake, reducing protections against the invasive species.
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