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The Elwha Dam removal project has started. Is it possible to visit and see the dam still? Are there any access restrictions?

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    This Blog purports to have information regarding visitor access: http://www.nps.gov/olym/naturescience/dam-removal-blog.htm

    The only thing it really mentions is that the road has been repaired to maintain access to the valley. If I recall, there's a pretty good view right off the highway and then you can also get closer on that road (which is apparently still open). I doubt you can tour the site itself without pulling some strings, but you can probably go out and get a pretty good look at what they're doing from afar.

    There's also webcams here, if you don't feel like making the drive: http://www.video-monitoring.com/construction/olympic/js.htm

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