The current has created an opening in the log jam below Bellinger Landing at the bottom of the powerline flat. If you decide to run this route, please be cautious and stay to the left.

Additionally, the obstruction at Fish Rock has been cut on both ends and is likely to wash out with the next high water. Avoid launching at Olallie until the log is confirmed to be clear.

Aside from these two updates, I’m pleased to report that there are no major obstructions on the McKenzie River. Stay safe out there!

This log spans the river below the launch at Olallie and 1/2 of a mile above Deer Creek.

Water Emergency Response Spill Drill at Finn Rock Landing on October 16th.

The Finn Rock Boat Landing will temporarily close on Wednesday, October 16th, for an inter-agency emergency response spill drill. These drills help prepare personnel to respond rapidly to potential threats to water quality in the case of a contamination spill. During the drill, partners will work to deploy a solid containment boom across the river.

Boaters are advised to choose alternate put-in and take-off routes during the drill. To learn more about the McKenzie Watershed Emergency Response System, visit EWEB’s Information page by clicking here.

https://www.eweb.org/environment-and-climate/mckenzie-watershed-protection/watershed-emergency-response