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View of theView of the Tuolumne River as it approaches the confluence with the San Joaquin. Dos Rios Ranch, with more than six miles of river frontage, is among sites in which floodplains are being restored. Photo via River Partners River as it approaches the confluence with the San Joaquin. Dos Rios Ranch has more than six miles of river frontage. Photo via River Partners

Let it flow: In about-face, state breaks and shifts levees to restore natural floodplains

by Alastair Bland December 4, 2018June 23, 2020

A growing emphasis on reconnecting California floodplains to rivers so they can absorb floodwaters is a U-turn from past reliance on levees to protect cities and towns.