Good luck! Thanks. Press enter or select the go button to submit request. Dont know how there could be more than one entrance to the fishing platform as its a dead end road. Ten miles from where the Susquehanna feeds into the Chesapeake Bay sits the Conowingo Hydroelectric Dam. In the spring, the eagles are mostly fishing for large shad. Stambaugh, Jr., John W., and Robert P. Denoncourt. 10/1/1967 to Present No years outside of period. wow finally i found somewhere that tells me where to go been wanting to go see eagles since i moved here 3 years ago! Also, is there a best time of day to go? I am definitely thinking of making the 3+ hr drive from VA to photograph these guys! Waterkeepers Chesapeake has been working with Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper and Earthjustice since 2014 to hold Exelon accountable for its fair share of the dam cleanup. you will have to visit Nova Scotia in the winter !! Much of my time was spent in the Conowingo, Holtwood area in the late 60s. Thank you for this great set of information. We spoke to several to had been there nearly all day and each said unusually quiet! They giggle! For details. In May 2021, t, he EPAs evaluation of the Conowingo Watershed Implementation Plan (CWIP) noted that even though the financing plan is still in development, theres a lack of confidence that this plan can be carried out without clear public funding sources identified. Both ConewagoCreeks flow through suburbia, farm, and forest. Glad this page helped you navigate your visit. On October 29, 2019, MDE and Exelon announced a settlement agreement made behind closed doors that fell far short of protecting Marylands waterways and required the state to waive the Water Quality Certification it issued in 2018 that would have protected local water quality from impacts of dams, without any details on how the agreement will protect water quality. In bright light watch out for blowing out the white highlights of the head and tail of the eagles. The appeal included a review of flawed conclusions in the Lower Susquehanna River Watershed Assessment (seeFlowWest LSRWA Review, Aug 25, 2017). is the approximate location based on the latitude/longitude coordinates Our challenge and court ruling sets the record straight in that large corporations do not get a free pass and are held accountable to the law as written., ShoreRivers applauds the Courts decision to vacate this license and protect our local communities and their fundamental right to clean water. ~Connie~, Hi Connie, Thanks for sharing! Flood Impacts Gauge Stage Changes The birds fly all over the dam area which is in a valley with an island in the middle of the river. This license includes the extremely flawed 2019 settlement agreement between the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) and Exelon. During major floods caused by large storms, powerful floodwaters can scoop out or scour the stored sediment behind the dam and send that downstream to the Chesapeake Bay. The last shot of the bald eagle is amazing . Hi Sherman, While there are some eagles throughout the year, the highest numbers are in November January. Truly my pleasure David, and as you can imagine it is breath taking to see so many eagles at one time. Visit https://www.weather.gov/owp/operations for access to new EXPERIMENTAL products and services from the National Water Center: National Hydrologic Discussion, Area Hydrologic Discussion, Flood Hazard Outlook and the National Water Center Visualization Services, a suite of geospatial services depicting River Forecast Center and National Water Model information. Their numbers peak in November/December and January, thus the excitement during that time of year. Fish are coming up the river and these birds are taking advantage of their concentrations on the downstream side of the impoundment to provide food to fuel their migration or, in some cases, to feed their young. Thanks Rich! Click to View More Images. When the warm days of summer approach, the wildlife activity at the dam generally slows down. A good set of general settings is f/7.1, 1/2500 sec shutter speed/ Auto ISO, and multiple focus points selected with servo focus for tracking the birds in flight. The dam has almost decimated the Susquehanna Rivers once-teeming populations of American Shad and River Herring. You can get the generating schedule for the Conowingo Dam by calling the Conowingo Generation Hotline at 888-457-4076. and perhaps the first weekend of December. Current conditions of DISCHARGE and GAGE HEIGHT are available. We saw a few eagles around the dam. From above, fish-eating birds are on the alert for a disoriented turbine-traveler they can easily seize for a quick meal. the Range of Possible River Levels, Weather Forecast Office (Baltimore/Washington) Sterling, VA, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Data and Site Info for Conowingo Dam. Usually when the turbines are running at the dam you get a little more activity. Generation Schedules Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Southwestern provides a current day schedule - online using the links to the left and by telephone at 866-494-1993 - to keep the public informed about estimated generation at the projects from which we schedule power. Emily aka Bella. Towers on the island and diving for fish in front of dam. The excitement starts when the sirens start to wail and the red lights begin flashing. This area is wonderful as Conowingo is 1 hour from Philadelphia, 1 1/2 hours to Washington DC and 1 hour to Baltimore/Annapolis. I just saved this link. Its further than what they make it sound. Oh wow! I am from Canada, will be going there next week. Eagles are seen in trees around parking lot,. Google: Fishing Report-Maryland Department of Natural Resources. We look forward to continuing our work with local and state authorities to protect and restore the health of the bay. Yes, there are eagles year-round at Conowingo, but the high numbers come in Mid-November through Mid-January. Could have used that for yesterdays Tundra Swans. Boats are not allowed near the dam at all, so not a possibility. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. You can get more information on the Workshops tab above. Thanks. We happened to visit on Eagle Day. Been coming here a couple times a year for a number of years from Philadelphia area. To capture eagles in flight, you will need a high shutter speed. Thank you so much Sherman. There will be a lot of standing/sitting involved. Weve seen a number of key stakeholders eager to talk about Conowingos benefits. Note that the number of megawatts to be generated, and consequently, the rate at which water is released at each project, is subject to change as demand for power increases or decreases. bellaremyphoto@aol.com. There is ample parking at the shuttle parking lot and there is a school bus shuttle to the dam. Proceedings of the Pennsylvania Academy of Sciences. Hope you can use some of this tips in the future. The sediments dumped into them create dead zones that cause irreversible harm to their fisheries. Notification level 6 with 26 to 32 gates open at Conowingo Dam. So here they are. For the past two years, the dam has hosted an eagle day in November, with live raptor organizations and speakers - watch Conowingo Bald Eagle facebook page for information on visiting too. I just sent you a friend request on FB and we can continue this discussion there. On July 20, 2018, Waterkeepers Chesapeake and Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper, represented by Earthjustice, filed a motion to intervene in a federal court action regarding the relicensing of the Conowingo Dam, supporting the States authority under the Clean Water Act. Exelon currently owns and operates two hydroelectric generating stations in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Its always exciting to be around them and am happy to share the information. This was my first time photographing them. A good friend of mine just yesterday informed me of the eagles at Conowingo and it only took another click or two to discover your page, thanks so much for sharing. The Water Quality Certification that MDE issued in 2018 required $172 million per year just to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus pollution. The regulars that were there complained that they usually see around 100 on each visit. Ten miles from where the Susquehanna feeds into the Chesapeake Bay sits the Conowingo Hydroelectric Dam. One can quickly move along the tree line to get a shot. Number of Tweets to display without scrolling to the next page: "Consider the Conowingo Dam's impact on Maryland's economy: $273 million in economic benefits to the state each year, including $10 million in state and local tax collections annually. Is this week a good time to view Eagles here? Find one that is comfortable for you and hope for the best. Stunning images and very helpful guide. Circuit to Rule on Scope of State Waiver Authority under Clean Water Act Section 401, Press Release: D.C. Court Hears Legal Challenge of FERCs Order to Grant 50-year License to Constellation Energy to Operate Conowingo Dam. The dam is one of the best recreational places in the entire state and is important to the bay's ecological health. Good luck! I have actually rescued a bald eagle amazing experience to save a one. I do have three workshops scheduled in late November, but all of them are sold out at this time. The dam was commissioned in 1928 and houses power-generating turbines and spill gates. Photographers with long lenses line the fence line. Do we expect to see more in coming weeks? Although we seek to remove debris from the river safely and efficiently, we cannot remove all debris especially during flood conditions. Several people have told us that there are many near dusk. Notification level 6 with 26 to 32 gates open at Conowingo Dam. 1 of 28. They are still there in full force! Action still happens but you have to wait a bit longer. Emily The dams owner is seeking a new 50-year license to operate the dam. An adult bald eagle in flight with its fish in the "tuck" position. You will also make smaller corrections to Ev this way as well.. Enjoy. Along with the 11 other rivers that feed into the bay, the Susquehanna recently experienced 10 times normal water flows and significantly more debris swept into the river and through the dam because of heavy rain. The Conowingo Dam was an engineering marvel when constructed nearly a century ago, and it continues to operate safely and reliably today. Plan on it being quite cold here so winter boots and layering will help keep you warm. on the dam. This trip we saw numerous eagles swooping out of the sky with their talons extended to get the fish, other eagles trying to steal their catch and eagle doing acrobatics in the air. NOTE: Gauge reading affected by power generation. Notification level 1 with 10 to 11 gates open at Conowingo Dam. The eagles frequently fish between the island and the rip rap. Turn right on Route 161 / Darlington Road go 4.4 miles. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Know plenty of people who wasted $40k a year to get a degree in photography who are absolutely horrible, no gift, no eye, nothing. Want More Eagles? "Maryland must now make the dam's owner clean up its operations, stop choking the Bay and the River with pollution, and stop blocking the great migrations of fish that are vital to the Bay's health. A wonderful way to spend a few hours watching God's creation. Smile. A fog is often seen coming off the waters of the Susquehanna as the sun rises. Throughout the year, its owner, Exelon Generation Company, hosts a variety of educational and recreational opportunities for the community at or near the Conowingo Dam. My husband is a wildlife photographer that specializes in bird photography. Went a few weeks ago to check it out and went today as well. I went by several times and decided that I would make an attempt to get this back to its rightful owner. Wonderful Stephen. There are a couple of muddy spots due to all the rain, but very nice walking by the water! Conowingo Dam, May 2019. There are indoor restrooms, but they are not handicap accessible, there are also port-a-potties in the parking lot. 7 days 30 days This website is not affiliated with Exelon, which owns and operates the Conowingo Dam. Unless they fly high in the sky or low in the water there will be a background. Thank you very much for the Info. What are the hours on weekends for the visitors center to learn about the dam and the eagles? 91% of travelers recommend this experience. As someone that has spent a lot of time at the recreation areas around Conowingo Dam and seen its operation firsthand, a recent Aegis editorial about sedimentation behind the dam got it wrong. The eagles can also be seen carrying nesting material to their rather large nests. This is our only opportunity in the next 50 years to get meaningful pollution reductions at Conowingo Dam we have to hold Exelon accountable for its fair share of the cleanup, -- Betsy Nicholas, Waterkeepers Chesapeake Executive Director. Useful tip for me regarding the negative exposure compensation, Emily! Under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act, the State of Maryland had to issue a Water Quality Certification, certifying that the project will meet state water quality standards before FERC can grant a new license. Address is: 2569 Shures Landing Road, Darlington, Maryland 21034. Yes, it would help with them too. i know where i am going this November this looks great hoping to see a golden eagle. Conowingo Hydroelectric Generating Station and Muddy Run Pumped Storage Facility provide more than 1,600 megawatts of low-carbon power generation, as well as much needed load-leveling and 24/7 baseload power. Did the trail and saw several eagles on the trail in the trees. Closer to the water and action in front of the pier. The recording is updated daily at 5 P.M. to provide information for the following day. Owned and operated by Constellation, the Conowingo Dam currently has 11 turbines, which can produce up to 572 megawatts (MW) of electricity. ", YOx3i+uX3gmTWXzGwcQh7MfQGFEGRvC0ZE+DyyOeCg1A3AxgbIupfWBombwxz5aTJwp5hzLxd+9lycfaFsXvSmyFDLRU2b0nGnnYjqWIdBa+J65/a425SwS9cSTasqy0HO1CNjpxiFwM8hhPjqH75Seyb4fIx3cBWl6doap2cEY=. There are over 10 eagles there right now. Lodging of Filings Regarding Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification Challenges. 1,814. Also, shoot in RAW if you can, you can recapture those bits in post processing. Continuously half-tap your shutter to acquire focus and hope for the best. The Conowingo Dam is a great place to see Eagles. Makes me want to go all the way up to Maryland: thanks for sharing. 26.3: Notification level 6 with 26 to 32 gates open at Conowingo Dam. (we plan to return). Dave Harp. I will be attended this event next week. They wont have to search very far. Used to Estimate the Chance of Flooding and One drains the Gettysburg Basin west of the river, mostly in Adams and York Counties,then flows into the Susquehanna at the base of Conewago Falls. Notification level 2 with 12 to 15 gates open at Conowingo Dam. Make sure you dress for at least 10 degrees colder than the actual temperature. There are people who take awesome photos with nothing more then an entry level DSLR and a kit lens. Practice, Practice, Practice before you get here. Absolutely thrilled that you found this post and its helpful in finding the eagles. The Shuttle will be available during peak Bald Eagle season from the first week of November through December. There is a trail but you have to hike up it with equipment. Its Bald Eagle time, thats why. Can you provide a date and possible item brand names? Have an overview perspective of fishing eagles. There is generally good viewing from the fishing pier and along the fence line to the boat ramp. 97% of travelers recommend this experience. Here are some photos from the scene, taken just two days ago. Hi Emily The best viewing is in November/December so remember to bundle up. I remember going to Red Wing, MN to look at the eagles. The dam was commissioned in 1928 and houses power-generating turbines and spill gates. Then I would suggest you visit the visitor center. All of this is a preference as to each photographer and my comment here is simply an alternative.. Super information, great pictures must be awe-inspiring to see so many of them in the air at the same time. At the northern end, there is an indoor restroom with running water, by Shuresville Landing This is such great information Emily! thank you! Absolutely you should Pit! The Conowingo Dam is a great place to see Eagles. Since some, like me, travel at least a couple of hours each way, laying the odds for a successful photo day is always a good idea. Winter is coming up..want to go to the dam? Just the population numbers drop to about 20 or so eagles. The parks address is 2569 Shureslanding Road, Darlington, Maryland. ", We have known what needs to be done to clean up the Bay for decades, and we need to get on with it.". The one I remember was up on the power lines, so not too accessible. Kristen Kyler of the Lower Susquehanna Initiative organized the effort. Notification level 2 with 12 to 15 gates open at Conowingo Dam. If youre at the dam next week (1st week of November) there are lots of regulars that are welcoming and helpful. More specifically, the area you want to go to is called Fisherman's park. They are there year round, but winter is the best time to see them. Latitude/Longitude Disclaimer: The gauge location shown in the above map I shoot Sony, so I will see if I can persuade a friend of mine ot lend me his Minolta 600mm. Usually 1/2500 sec works well. Parking on Shuresville Landing Road isprohibited. Since that did not work out for us, next time we will try dawn as I saw a recent review that reported a lot of activity early. All rights reserved. Earthjustice represents Waterkeepers Chesapeake, Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association, ShoreRivers, and Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Turn right on Shuresville Road, go 433 feet and veer left to stay on Shuresville Road. NOTE: Forecasts for the Susquehanna River at Conowingo Dam are issued as needed during times of high water, but are not routinely available. 98% of travelers recommend this experience. Were happy that the right decision was made in this case for our maritime communities and economy, and to protect all of the restoration work that Marylanders have worked so hard to implement.. Love your photos. As Bald Eagle numbers continue to increase, expect the parking lot to become full during weekends and over the Thanksgiving holiday. Notification level 8 with 36 to 42 gates open at Conowingo Dam. It really is amazing Renee. You can modify as needed from there. Bothhave their capacity to support aquatic life impaired and diminished bynutrient and sediment pollution. If you are coming south on route 1 go over the dam and make the first left then again the first left and follow that road down to fishermen's park. TMDLs and Water Quality Plans for Conowingo Dam/Lower Susquehanna River. Susquehanna State Park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities as well as points of historical significance. Within minutes of the renewed flow, birds are catching fish. Keep an eye on your car as vultures have been known to mess cars up. This motion to intervene was denied. In May 2021, the EPAs evaluation of the Conowingo Watershed Implementation Plan (CWIP) noted that even though the financing plan is still in development, theres a lack of confidence that this plan can be carried out without clear public funding sources identified. The park is home to some of the most popular mountain biking trails in Maryland and the river itself beacons fishermen and boaters alike. This week, some of the many partners engaged in a long-term collaboration to restore the east shores Conewago Creek met to have a look at one of the prime indicators of overall stream habitat healththe fishes. Good luck! The Eastern Shore bears the brunt of the pollution that flows through the Conowingo Dam, creating navigational hazards, shorelines choked with debris, and oyster bars and underwater grass beds smothered with sediment, said Sassafras Riverkeeper Zack Kelleher, from ShoreRivers. Here are several Letters to the Editor weve seen so far. Southwestern Power Administration Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Generation Schedules Southwestern provides a current day schedule - online using the links to the left and by telephone at 866-494-1993 - to keep the public informed about estimated generation at the projects from which we schedule power. Great photos! There is now shuttle parking available on Shuresville Road ALL WEEK. Thanks. Bring your camera & binoculars. Have a great Sunday, "(They) claim to be concerned about the pollution and sediments coming down the Susquehanna River and over the Conowingo Dam. I will do that. I hope you get a chance to go and visit them Dianne, its quite the experience. Beautiful setting is inadequate to describe Conowingo. We will try again. The recording is updated daily at 5 P.M. to provide information for the following day. It shows that the negative contribution to Bay quality stems from nutrients collected in the entire watershed and passed downstream of Conowingo. Location 4948 Conowingo Rd Darlington, MD 21034 Get Directions WOW! The best conditions are when the winds are light and not from the north-northwest. I use borrowlenses.com, they ship directly to your home or a nearby FedEx office. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Muddy Run Pumped Storage Project Conowingo Eel Collection Facility FERC Project 2355. Bella notte, (beautiful evening). There is no better place in the lower 48 states to photograph eagles on a regular basis than Conowingo Dam. They were on the towers, around the dam and close to the trees near the parking lot. Thanks Sam for your interested. Exelon Generation shares the State of Marylandscommitment to restoring and sustaining the health of the Chesapeake Bay. Zahra Ahmad, zahmad@earthjustice.org, (517) 898-0924. The actual cost of meaningfully reducing the 200 million tons of nutrients and sediment behind the dam was estimated to be between $53 $300 million per year in the CWIP. The forestry service representatives were very knowledgeable and friendly. For more information on your flood risk go to www.floodsmart.gov. Its my pleasure ! Right now they are running about 90,000 cfs, which is close to the amount they release for normal generation, but they are not shutting it down daily to about 10,000 cfs like they usually do in a normal generation cycle. Hey Nels ! Parking is limited, and the best times are around sunrise and later in the afternoon. The influx of sediment harms the ecosystems in the river and bay. Thank you! Any time is a good time Gay. Thanks again Bella, Ill dog ear my calendar for the November dates. Dress warmly in layers to add/remove as needed. An abundance of fish, including the American shad, yellow and white perch, walleye, and invasive catfish are found near the dam, where there is a fish elevator to help with upstream migrations. (LogOut/ Are there still good spots for bird watching if the fisherman's wharf is closed? An analysis was conducted by Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. (E3) to estimate the range of market revenues for Conowingo Hydropower Dam, assuming it remains a merchant generator in the Mid Atlantic electricity market, in order to inform how much economic headroom (i.e., excess profits) exists to mitigate the incremental impacts of the Dam's continued operation on ecological resources of the Susquehanna River and Chesapeake Bay. Is comfortable for you and hope for the following day where the Susquehanna feeds into the Chesapeake Bay Foundation to., around the Dam and the eagles can also be seen carrying nesting material to their fisheries nutrients collected the! 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