The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers advises boaters to check ramp availability this fall and winter due to low reservoir levels affecting access at various locations in Willamette Valley.
Oregon — Official Release: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, urges boaters to confirm boat ramp availability this fall and winter before heading to Willamette Valley reservoirs.
Lack of spring rainfall and scheduled reservoir drawdowns have lowered water levels and limited boat ramp access at several locations.
Most reservoirs will have at least one low-water boat ramp open through winter except for Cougar, Blue River, and Green Peter. Lookout Point is expected to lose boat ramp availability in mid-October…