The reservoir serves as a water source for Douglas County.

The reservoir served as one of largest irrigation tanks in ancient time.

The reservoir serves to provide flood control and water conservation for the communities downstream from the dam.

The reservoir serves recreational, power generation and flood control purposes.

The reservoir now serves as one of Oregon's largest rainbow trout fisheries.

The reservoir serves the purpose of flood control on the creek.

The reservoir serves for wildlife management and recreation among other uses.

The reservoir serves as a popular place for sports, too.

The reservoir serves as water supply for the city of Strasbourg.

Other reservoirs on the river's tributaries serve as flood control.