River Rehabilitation Underway in Central CasperThe river rehabilitation will include some spring planting of a riparian seed mix and probably some trees.Tom Morton
Mills PD Identifies Man Arrested After Driving Into RiverHe is expected to appear in Natrona County Circuit Court Wednesday. Zach Spadt
Platte River Revival Asks Amoco Board for $200,000 for Next PhaseThe Amoco Reuse Agreement Joint Powers Board does not receive any funding from the City of Casper or Natrona County.Tom Morton
Bureau of Reclamation Delays Flow Fluctuations at Gray Reef DamThis operation has been postponed to accommodate construction work at the Alcova Bridge.Tom Morton
Bureau of Reclamation Will Vary River Flows at Gray Reef DamThe schedule may be modified depending on river ice conditions.Tom Morton
Invasive New Zealand Mudsnails Found Near CasperGame and Fish will continue to monitor the population and conduct further sampling to determine the breadth of the infestation.Tom Morton
Hunting For The Wyoming Death Ship Leads To Bermuda TriangleSince the mid 1800th century, there have been reports of a phantom ship on the North Platte River. It appears in autumn and is known as the Wyoming Death Ship.Bill Schwamle
Citizens Should Avoid North Platte River After Mills Sewage SpillIrrigating lawns or gardens with water from the river, or allowing dogs to swim in the river, may also pose a risk to human health. Nick Learned
Mills Reports Sewage Spill; North Platte, Casper Creek AffectedThe spill has been contained and cleanup efforts are underway, according to a statement from Town Clerk Christine Trumbull. Nick Learned
BP Closes Section Of Trail On North Platte River For ConstructionThe 30-inch-wide wall will extend from just below ground level to bedrock. Tom Morton
Casper Life Jacket Stations Being Stocked June 1stThe loaner life jackets are free to use, but please be mindful to return the life jackets to a station once done using them for the day.Rodeo Rick
BLM Installs Signs Along Trapper's Route Near North Platte RiverThe Trapper’s Route Special Recreation Management Area will develop additional access points and other facilities along the North Platte River.Tom Morton