Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)
Key Takeaway
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 248 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00482 |
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
DAMAR FARMS, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)?
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) 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 Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)?
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) is owned by DAMAR FARMS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) built?
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)?
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) 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 Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)?
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) has a dam height of 12 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 Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) last inspected?
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) was last inspected on March 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.