Lookout Point Lake Near Lowell Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Lookout Point Lake, located near Lowell, Oregon, was created in 1954 when the US Army Corps of Engineers built a dam on the Middle Fork of the Willamette River.


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Summary

The lake has a capacity of 154,400 acre-feet and provides water for irrigation, municipal, and industrial uses. The hydrology of the lake is influenced by two main sources: surface flow from the Willamette River and snowpack from the surrounding mountains. The lake serves as a water source for agricultural production in the area, including crops such as grass seed, hazelnuts, and Christmas trees. The lake also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The area around the lake is managed by the US Forest Service and includes hiking trails, picnic areas, and wildlife viewing.

Reservoir Details

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change 0.27%
Percent of Normal 93%
Minimum 747.15 ft
2024-12-09
Maximum 927.69 ft
2019-04-13
Average 813 ft
Dam_Height 249
Hydraulic_Height 242
Drainage_Area 991
Year_Completed 1953
Nid_Storage 477700
Hazard_Potential High
Structural_Height 276
River_Or_Stream MIDDLE FORK-WILLAMETTE RIVER
Foundations Rock, Soil
Surface_Area 4360
Dam_Length 3175
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Nid_Height 276
       
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Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft Levels

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Dam Data Reference

Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.