OAR 635-500-1900: Ochoco Reservoir

(1) The following policies apply for fish management in Ochoco Reservoir: (a) Rainbow trout shall be managed for hatchery production consistent with the Basic Yield Management Alternative for trout; (b) Warmwater species including brown bullhead shall be managed for natural production consistent with the Basic Yield Alternative; (c) Warmwater fish species shall not be stocked in Ochoco Reservoir. (2) The following objectives apply for fish management, habitat improvement, and public access in Ochoco Reservoir: (a) Provide angling opportunities for a consumptive fishery on hatchery rainbow trout; (b) Provide angling opportunities for brown bullhead in Ochoco Reservoir where populations currently exist in low abundance; (c) Maintain and improve water quality in Ochoco Reservoir, specifically for elevated levels of mercury; (d) Provide better boat access at Ochoco Reservoir during low water conditions.