Fish Lake in Baker, Oregon is a private irrigation reservoir located on Lake Fork Creek, managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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The earthen dam was completed in 1953 and stands at a height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 825 acre-feet. The reservoir covers an area of 78 acres and serves the primary purpose of irrigation in the region.
Maintained by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Fish Lake has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The outlet gates are of the needle type, and the last inspection took place in June 2015, with inspections occurring every 6 years. The reservoir is situated in a picturesque setting in Homestead, with a drainage area of 1.24 square miles and a maximum discharge of 478 cubic feet per second.
Fish Lake contributes to the local water resource management and agricultural activities in the area, showcasing the importance of reservoirs in sustaining irrigation practices. With its historical significance dating back to the 1950s, the lake remains a vital component of the water infrastructure in Baker County, Oregon.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
1080 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
LAKE FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
78 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
1.24 |
Nid Storage |
825 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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19200cfs |
Imnaha River At Imnaha
|
150cfs |
Weiser River Nr Cambridge Id
|
240cfs |
Little Salmon River At Riggins Id
|
583cfs |
Nf Payette River At Mccall Id
|
251cfs |
Minam River Near Minam
|
377cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Fish Lake Campground
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Fish Lake
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Indian Crossing Campground
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Hidden Campground
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Hidden
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Lick Creek Campground
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