September 8, 2026 3:40 a.m. 

Douglas County Parks Department, in partnership with the Oregon State Marine Board and the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, have announced the completion of the Cooper Creek County Park Boat Dock Replacement Project.

A county release said the west boat ramp, dock and parking lot reopened to the public on Friday, September 4th. The project included the replacement of the park’s aging east and west boat docks, parking lot paving and related accessibility improvements.

The upgrades were designed to improve public safety, accessibility and the overall recreational experience for boaters and visitors to Cooper Creek County Park. Construction began in June with improvements to the east boat ramp and continued in July with the closure of the west boat ramp to accommodate construction activities.

Douglas County Parks Director Mark Wall said, “We are excited to have this important project completed and to welcome the public back to the west boat ramp in time for Labor Day weekend.” Wall said, “These improvements will provide safer, more accessible and better-quality facilities for our community and visitors who enjoy Cooper Creek Reservoir. We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation while this work was underway.”

The release said the project was completed on time and under budget. The county thanks the Oregon State Marine Board, Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the numerous funding partners who helped make these improvements possible.

Cooper Creek County Park is located approximately three miles southeast of Sutherlin and provides recreational access to Cooper Creek Reservoir.

For more information about Douglas County Parks, visit  www.douglascountyor.gov/802/Parks.