Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon)
Key Takeaway
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 27.8% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 948 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00626 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALBERTSON S LAND AND CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon)?
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon)?
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) is owned by ALBERTSON S LAND AND CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) built?
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon)?
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon)?
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) last inspected?
Albertson S Reservoir (Malheur) (Lagoon) was last inspected on July 1, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.