Lamar Daily News: "Tamarisk that has been crowding the river's edge at John Martin Reservoir for more than 30 years was removed last week, providing easy access for fishing and sightseeing below the dam and along the river.
"Tamarisk, which was introduced in the West decades ago, is now regarded as an invasive pest that crowds out native vegetation, drinks up precious water resources, and makes a less desirable habitat for animals. The weed had invaded both the spillway area and the river's edge at John Martin and was cleared by machinery last week. Visitors to the park can now walk on the open banks of the Arkansas below the John Martin Dam without obstruction from tamarisk. Fishing opportunities at the spillway and at the river's edge have also been greatly improved."
Category: Colorado Water
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