From almost any vista point around the southern portion of Lake Oroville, scorched earth from the Thompson Fire in July is clearly visible. While the charred landscape surrounds the main spillway, the California Department of Water Resources said the structure itself did not sustain damage. “Thompson Fire damage was limited to vegetation and minor structures such as fencing and trail structures like wooden footbridges,” said Tracy Hinojosa, DWR Water Operations Manager with the State Water Project. “DWR and State Parks are coordinating to remove hazard vegetation near trails and replace footbridges. Several trails within the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area remain closed including those around the diversion pool, Potter’s Ravine and the North Fork Trail area.”