Overview
Detroit Lake is a reservoir in OR. Primary inflow is North Santiam River. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Portland District.
The basin is characterized by about 3,580 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Detroit Lake supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 1569 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Detroit Lake is currently 48.07 feet below full pool and has been falling over the past week.
- Water Temperature66°FUSGS · Updated 57 min ago
- 7-day trendFallingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeDown 2.20 ft
- 30-day changeDown 2.20 ft
- Drought conditionsModerate Drought
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Detroit Lake is a 3,580-acre reservoir on the North Santiam River managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Portland District.
