GREEN PETER LAKE NEAR FOSTER
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Green Peter Lake is a reservoir located near Foster, Oregon. The lake was created in 1966 with the construction of the Green Peter Dam on the Middle Santiam River. The lake has a capacity of 327,000 acre-feet and is used for flood control, hydroelectric power generation, and irrigation. The hydrology of the lake is influenced by both surface flow and snowpack, with the Middle Santiam River providing the majority of surface flow. The lake is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The surrounding area is predominantly agricultural, with crops including hay, grass seed, and berries. The lake and its surrounding area are popular destinations for tourists and locals alike.
May 20, 2024
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| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | -0.05% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
772.81 ft
2023-12-01 |
| Maximum |
1,014.28 ft
2019-04-10 |
| Average | 1,001 ft |
| Dam_Height | 320 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 319 |
| Drainage_Area | 277 |
| Year_Completed | 1967 |
| Nid_Storage | 430000 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 378 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
| River_Or_Stream | MIDDLE SANTIAM RIVER |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 3720 |
| Dam_Length | 1517 |
| Nid_Height | 378 |
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