WV Division of Natural Resources ~ Bowden Fish Hatchery Improvements

The Bowden Hatchery was constructed in the 1960s and renovated in the 1990s, but the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources wanted to increase production by 50%, as well as address deferred maintenance issues. In order to increase production with a limited supply of spring water that feeds the hatchery, a system was designed to recycle 80% of the hatchery water.The design included drum filters, UV disinfection, wastewater treatment, and a supplemental oxygen supply and degassing units.The project also included four new 500-foot raceways, building renovations, and other improvements to the hatchery.