Description - This Reservoir is part of the Columbia Basin Project which also includes Grand Coulee Dam. The Columbia Basin Project is a multipurpose development utilizing a portion of the resources of the Columbia River in the central part of the State of Washington. The key structure, Grand Coulee Dam, is on the main stem of the Columbia River about 90 miles west of Spokane, Washington. The extensive irrigation works extend southward on the Columbia Plateau 125 miles to the vicinity of Pasco, Washington, where the Snake and Columbia Rivers join.
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- Fish species in this 925-acre reservoir include yellow perch, crappie, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass.
Recreation - Fishing opportunities exist at Scootney Reservoir. Other activities are boating, camping, hunting, picnicking, water sports and wildlife viewwing. Climate - The climate of Washington varies within each region. The Cascades split the state and alter the weather patterns. The mountains receive large amounts of wet, heavy snow from October through May. These peaks remain snow covered throughout the year. The terrain east of the mountains receives approximately 12 inches of rainfall per year, generally much less than west of the mountains. Since the area east of the mountains is landlocked, temperatures in this region are lower during the winter months. Frequent winds coming down from the mountains also contribute to the low temperatures of eastern Washington. Due to the coastal geography, western Washington is primarily temperate. The proximity to the ocean stabilizes the climate, making extreme temperatures very rare. The area receives large amounts of precipitation from Pacific rain and snow storms. Location -
Scootney Reservoir is located about 15 miles southwest of Othello. A map is available above on this page.
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