Local governments invest matching funds that double and triple the investment, resulting in improved access to Oregon's public waterways. In the old days, the coffee can was a simple, albeit crude, solution. When human waste goes over the side of the boat, fish, wildlife, shellfish and people using the water are at a very real risk. Federal grants administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Clean Vessel Act target the issue directly. The end result is more and better restroom facilities and places for boats with on-board toilets to pump or dump their sewage.
Grants are a combination of state and federal funds directed to state boating programs.
Columbia River - New flush restroom at top of ramp at Rooster Rock State Park. New pumpout and dump station at city dock. Coquille River - New marine fuel tank and dispensing float at Bandon Marina. Lake Owyhee - Floating restroom to be anchored in the Dry Creek Arm of the reservoir. Prineville Reservoir - Floating restroom to be anchored between the State Park and the dam.