Special Emphasis Patrols Planned for Newberg Pool, June 22

The Oregon State Marine Board, in coordination with Yamhill, Marion and Clackamas County Marine Patrols, will be conducting elevated enforcement on the Willamette River in the area known as the “Newberg Pool” during the weekend of June 22-24.  The purpose of this effort is to ensure safe and legal operation in an area that receives numerous complaints each season. The Newberg Pool is the area on the Willamette River from the Hwy 219 Bridge at river mile 48.5 to Willamette Falls.  This area has experienced population growth over the last 20 years and increased mixed-use water recreation has followed.  This stretch of river is narrow and deep, being a draw for recreational motorboaters in addition to swimming and paddling activities. Boaters need to comply with recreational boating requirements, local area rules and to minimize their wake.  There are several sections along the Willamette River with special rules.  View the Marine Board’s interactive Boat Oregon Map and select the “regulations” layer to see what rules apply for your area of operation. To learn more about how to minimize wake, visit https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/Pages/Wake.aspx.