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Salem officials have requested the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to enhance water protection measures during the planned drawdown of Detroit Reservoir in late 2026, aimed at aiding salmon migration. Concerns have been raised regarding the absence of turbidity monitoring triggers that could impact the city's drinking water filtration system, which serves about 200,000 residents. Meanwhile, Marion County officials are pushing for a comprehensive turbidity report, as the Corps awaits Congressional appropriations for the necessary authorization.