Silverton Reservoir, Reservoir in Silverton, Oregon, United States
Description
This 65-acre reservoir serves as a flood control facility on Silver Creek, featuring a boat ramp, fishing dock, and electric-motor-only boating access for local outdoor activities.
History
Constructed in 1960 to regulate Silver Creek flow and protect downstream communities from flooding, the reservoir has served regional water management needs for over six decades.
Culture
The reservoir provides a gathering place for local anglers and families, stocked annually with 20,000 hatchery trout and supporting recreational fishing traditions in the Silverton community.
Practical
Visitors can access the site with a five-dollar parking pass, find restrooms and picnic tables on site, and use electric motors only for boating activities year-round.
Did you know?
The reservoir prohibits gas-powered motors to maintain water quality and reduce noise, while ongoing monitoring addresses dam safety concerns identified by Army Corps of Engineers assessments.
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