Reaches
McKay Creek
Restoring McKay Creek's Natural Flows
McKay Creek flows 37 miles from the Ochoco National Forest to the Crooked River, passing through farmland and ranchland in Crook County. In summer, streamflows in the middle section often drop to critical levels due to irrigation withdrawals, creating barriers for fish and degrading habitat. Efforts are underway to restore more natural flows to this important tributary.
Read more about the McKay Creek Water Rights Switch
Wildlife Inhabitants:
Steelhead trout
Redband trout
Spawning and rearing grounds
Progress: (Goal: 11.2 CFS)
+11.2 CFS (in progress)
Challenges:
Streamflow
Water Quality (temperature)
Fish and Wildlife Habitat
Solutions:
Irrigation Water Source Switch
Transferring Water Rights Instream
