Donner und Blitzen River Basin Master Plan for Angler Access and Associated Recreational Uses 1966

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Citation

Originator: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Publish Date: November 1966

Online Link: None

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Contact Information

Agency: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Name: Cedric Cooney

Job Position: Natural Resources Data and Systems Manager

Telephone: 503-947-6094

E-Mail Address: Cedric.X.Cooney@odfw.oregon.gov

Description

Abstract: The headwaters of the Donner und Blitzen River originates on the west slope of the Steens Mountains high in the summer range lands where alpine meadow glades and aspen thickets predominate. These high areas are subject to sudden climatic changes and snow is not uncommon even during the summer months if storms develop. The fishery in the basin is confined to the main river and its tributaries down to the confluence of Bridge Creek with the exception of Krumbo Reservoir, Kiger Creek, and McCoy Creek. The two streams drain into Diamond Valley and eventually enter the Donner und Blitzen through canals and ditches. Both the streams and the reservoir support a good trout fishery. Angling pressure is light throughout the basin with the exception of an eight-mile section of the main river from Bridge Creek upstream. Access into many of the areas is hindered either by the topography of the basin or by private ownership of key locations. Many of the canyons are blocked at the lower ends, which in many cases is the only means of access. This report details a plan that we hope can be followed to solve the access problems of the Donner und Blitzen River.

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Time Period of Content: 1966

Geographic Extent: Donner und Blitzen Basin

Status: Final

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