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Swift Dam Closed To Public Access Due To Vandalism, Security Concerns - 05/19/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  
Media hotline: 503-813-6018

 

Swift Dam closed to public access due to vandalism, security concerns

 

Cougar, WASH. (May 19, 2026) — Due to ongoing security concerns, vandalism and construction, Swift Dam is closed to public access beginning this Saturday, May 23. Public access to the dam is not expected to reopen in 2026. The public can still access Swift Reservoir at Swift Forest Camp.

 

This decision comes after several instances of individuals tampering with PacifiCorp property, including equipment that is critical to fish collector operations. Updates will be provided as they become available through public notices posted to our website.

 

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About PacifiCorp

 

PacifiCorp is one of the lowest-cost electrical providers in the United States, serving two million customers. The company operates as Rocky Mountain Power in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming and as Pacific Power in California, Oregon and Washington. PacifiCorp provides safe and reliable service through a vast, integrated system of generation and transmission that connects communities as the largest regulated utility owner of wind power in the West. For more information, visit PacifiCorp.com.

 

Swift Dam Closed To Public Access Due To Vandalism, Security Concerns - 05/19/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  
Media hotline: 503-813-6018

 

Swift Dam closed to public access due to vandalism, security concerns

 

Cougar, WASH. (May 19, 2026) — Due to ongoing security concerns, vandalism and construction, Swift Dam is closed to public access beginning this Saturday, May 23. Public access to the dam is not expected to reopen in 2026. The public can still access Swift Reservoir at Swift Forest Camp.

 

This decision comes after several instances of individuals tampering with PacifiCorp property, including equipment that is critical to fish collector operations. Updates will be provided as they become available through public notices posted to our website.

 

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About PacifiCorp

 

PacifiCorp is one of the lowest-cost electrical providers in the United States, serving two million customers. The company operates as Rocky Mountain Power in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming and as Pacific Power in California, Oregon and Washington. PacifiCorp provides safe and reliable service through a vast, integrated system of generation and transmission that connects communities as the largest regulated utility owner of wind power in the West. For more information, visit PacifiCorp.com.