North Fork Reservoir is a reservoir behind North Fork Dam, on the Clackamas River, upriver from Estacada. It is found at an elevation of 666 feet (203 m).[1]
North Fork Reservoir | |
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Location | Clackamas County, Oregon |
Coordinates | 45°14′13″N 122°15′36″W / 45.237°N 122.260°W |
Type | reservoir |
Primary inflows | Clackamas River |
Primary outflows | Clackamas River |
Surface elevation | 666 feet (203 m) |
Location and construction edit
North Fork is in Clackamas County, Oregon, and is located five miles upriver from Estacada. The dam was built in 1958.
Named for edit
North Fork Reservoir was named for the North Fork of the Clackamas that flows into the lake.[2]
Nearby dams edit
It is near River Mill Hydroelectric Project and Faraday Dam. Portland General Electric operates all dams and related infrastructure.
Fishing edit
Recreation edit
North Fork is near Portland, Oregon, is easily accessible, and is a popular recreation area. It is also a popular boating area.[3]
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