Highland river dry for 90 years to be restored for salmon spawning
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Highland river dry for 90 years to be restored for salmon spawning

1 hour ago · Originally published 27 Sep 2026 8/10 Original headline: Ambitious project aims to restore salmon river dry for almost 90 years
The River Cuaich near Dalwhinnie has been dry since 1938 after its flow was diverted for a hydroelectric scheme. A new restoration project will re-water the three-mile stretch, reopening vital spawning grounds for Atlantic salmon and helping to stabilise water levels for the River Spey.
Source: STV News Highland
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