| Detroit Lake is located in a wooded area and has numerous campgrounds around it. The 3,500 acre lake is located in the Cascade Mountains below Mt. Jefferson on the Willamette National Forest. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built the lake and dam in 1951-53. The lake stores water of the North Santiam River, controlling runoff and providing flood control, irrigation, downstream navigation improvement, recreation and power generation, while preserving the quality of the North Santiam Canyon environment. Expect lower water levels in the fall through late spring. As the lake begins to fill in the spring, large woody debris enters the lake due to winter runoff; use caution during this time. |
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