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NGPC confirms live silver carp below North Platte diversion; staff planning sampling and partner discussions
Summary
Staff reported confirmation of live silver carp below the North Platte diversion in 2024, said the fish could reach Tri County Canal and Johnson Lake if they pass the diversion, and described planned sampling in 2025 and discussions with the diversion owner about mitigation.
Nebraska Game and Parks staff told attendees that in 2024 they confirmed live silver carp below the North Platte diversion and observed multiple jumping fish while netting one specimen.
Sean Ferrier, Southwest District Manager, said staff captured one silver carp and observed approximately six to eight additional jumping fish during the sampling event, and…
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