Welcome to the Carmen-Smith Hydroelectric Project operated by the Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB). This cache is located at the beginning of a hydro-electric facility that consists of 3 reservoirs and 2 powerhouses. By exploring the Carmen-Smith Geocaches you can learn how the power of falling water produces clean renewable electric power for the citizens of Eugene, Oregon.
Please enjoy the many recreation opportunites along the way as you explore this area.
This cache is part of the FWEE Hydro Cache Challenge. Visit 7 participating sites and you’ll receive a FWEE Hydro Cache Challenge patch! Enter by going to fwee.org/geocache and stamping your electronic passport.