Peterson: F-M diversion dam likely will be closer to metro area, require upstream and downstream water storage

By Patrick Springer Today at 8:19 p.m.
Rep. Collin Peterson, D.-Minn., speaks to The Forum Editorial Board on Jan. 23, 2018, Fargo. Michael Vosburg / Forum News Service1 / 2
Rep. Collin Peterson, D.-Minn., speaks to The Forum Editorial Board on Jan. 23, 2018, Fargo. Michael Vosburg / Forum News Service2 / 2

FARGO — Rep. Collin Peterson, D-Minn., predicts the plan that will emerge from discussions to revamp the Fargo-Moorhead flood diversion project will include water storage north and south of F-M in order to mitigate impacts, both downstream and upstream.

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