Act Now to Save Rock Creek Hatchery – Support SB 512
The Rock Creek Hatchery, a vital part of Oregon’s fisheries since 1925, was devastated by the 2020 Archie Creek Fire. This facility has historically produced fall and spring Chinook, coho, summer and winter steelhead, and rainbow trout, supporting local economies and recreational fishing. Senate Bill 512 aims to restore the hatchery by directing the State Fish and Wildlife Commission to operate a fish hatchery at Rock Creek and release the fish into the North Umpqua River. The bill appropriates $1.4 million for this purpose and declares an emergency, making it effective upon passage. The opportunity to submit a written statement in support of SB 512 is open until noon on Saturday, March 29th. Submit your comments here: https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Testimony/SNRW/SB/512/0000-00-00-00-00?area=Measures For reference, the Umpqua Fishery Enhancement Derby’s letter of support is attached.