Could draining the reservoir harm endangered species, such as bald eagles, which exist in the area now?
Bald eagles do live in the area, but a huge reservoir is not necessary for their survival; many live and thrive along existing Southwestern rivers. Eagles and Peregrine Falcons are opportunistic feeders, and can adapt as habitat changes. Bald eagle populations in the United States and Canada have grown steadily and their removal from the threatened list is imminent in the next few years.
