Lake Chelan at Purple Point in Stehekin, WA is a popular recreational area that has a rich history and unique hydrology.
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The lake is over 50 miles long and is fed by snowpack from the surrounding mountains, including the North Cascades. The lake's surface flow is primarily from the Stehekin River, which runs through the valley and into the lake. The snowpack providers for the lake include the North Cascades National Park and the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The area was historically used by the Native American tribes who fished and hunted in the area. Today, the lake is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and camping. The area also supports some agriculture, including orchards and vineyards.
| Elevation Of Reservoir Water Surface Above Datum, Ft 24hr Change | 0.09% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
1,084.62 ft
2023-03-31 |
| Maximum |
1,099.55 ft
2020-07-21 |
| Average | 1,092 ft |
| Dam_Height | 33 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 57 |
| Drainage_Area | 952 |
| Year_Completed | 1927 |
| Nid_Storage | 676100 |
| Hazard_Potential | Significant |
| Structural_Height | 66 |
| River_Or_Stream | Chelan River |
| Foundations | Rock, Soil |
| Surface_Area | 32980 |
| Outlet_Gates | Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Tainter (radial) - 8 |
| Dam_Length | 490 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
| Nid_Height | 66 |
Chelan River At Chelan
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724cfs |
Entiat River Near Entiat
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1950cfs |
Methow River Near Pateros
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7840cfs |
Mad River At Ardenvoir
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368cfs |
Entiat River Near Ardenvoir
|
1850cfs |
Chiwawa River Near Plain
|
2820cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lakeshore RV Park
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Beebe Bridge Park
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Lake Chelan State Park
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Antilon Lake Campground
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Antilon Lake
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Daroga State Park
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