Seattle spent years misleading the public about Skagit River salmon. Now it will pay $1 billion for fish passage For years, Seattle City Light insisted its hydroelectric dams on the Skagit River were not harming salmon.Share this: City Council looks at Seattle’s $4B plan for Skagit River Hydroelectric Project environmental improvementsDateMarch 18, 2026In relation toCapitol Hill SeattleSeattle mayor to sign $4 billion Skagit River dams settlementDateMay 12, 2026In relation toKing 5 NewsHuman remains found on Skagit River during boat searchDateMarch 12, 2026In relation toKing 5 News