Water
lake or reservoir water surface elevation above ngvd 1929, ft levels
at
Green Peter Lake Near Foster
are currently
986
ft,
about
100% of normal.
The average for this time of year is approximately
993.82ft.
Maximum recorded
Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft
since record keeping began in
2013
was
2019-04-10
when levels reached
1,014.28 ft.
Lowest recorded
Lake or reservoir water surface elevation above NGVD 1929, ft
was
2023-12-01
when levels receded to
772.81 ft.
View historical levels.
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.
Geolocation
-122.545,
44.452
Elevation
993.84 ft
Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft
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