As new sources of renewable energy grow, there has been a large-scale effort to remove dams that generate hydroelectric power across the country. There are more than 90,000 dams across the country, but only 6% of them are used to generate electricity, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Most are used for irrigation, recreation and drinking.  As we move toward a greener future, it might seem contradictory that officials are advocating for their removal, but the numbers show while they may be good for energy, they’re not great for the environment or those whose cultures rely on it. There’s a symbiotic relationship that exists along the Klamath River in Northern California. The Pacific Ocean feeds its existence and, in turn, the river feeds those who call its shores home.