Lately, beavers have been, well busy, in Escambia County. So much so, that the county says they are increasingly compromising stormwater systems and clogging up culverts, drainage ditches and outfalls ...

Beavers (Castor canadensis) are widely recognized as ecosystem engineers, building dams that reshape water flow and alter the physical structure of rivers and streams. There is a scientific consensus ...

Beaver dams are critical to river health and a source of biodiversity. They create wetlands, slow water and improve water quality. They also reduce flood peaks and delay runoff. But beaver dams are ...

Vermont’s Agency of Natural Resources may trap and remove beavers from 21 state-owned dams impacted by beaver-induced debris. The plan is an effort to comply with new technical standard dam safety ...

GETTYSBURG, Pa. — A beaver-built pond inside Gettysburg National Military Park is drawing attention and concern from conservationists who say the wetland has become an important habitat for wildlife.

Escambia County says it deals with drainage issues related to beaver dams several times a year. Escambia County is looking to enlist help with beaver control and minimize the potential of flooding ...