Reclaiming mining’s legacy in Alaska’s Fortymile River

Mining is part of Alaska’s cultural heritage. But it has left behind degraded streams, impaired water quality, and left hazardous materials in watersheds that support important fisheries and habitat for many other species of wildlife. BLM is working to reclaim and restore degraded streams and fish habitat in Alaska, recognizing the importance of salmon and other native fish to the state’s culture, environment, and economy.