Blue River Dam and Lake

Project Description

• Stream: Blue River
• Location: Blue River, Oregon
• Type of Project: Storage
• Authorized Purpose: Flood Control, Navigation, Irrigation
• Other Uses: Fishery, Water Quality, Recreation

Hydrologic Data

• Drainage area = 88 sq mi
• Maximum observed flood peak = 22,000 cfs (1964)
• Lake Elevation
       Maximum pool = 1,357.0 ft
       Full pool = 1,357.0 ft
       Minimum pool = 1,132.0 ft
  
• Usable Storage (1,132.0 to 1,350.0) = 82,800.0 AF