Bauer Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Bauer Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00403 |
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
LEO BAUER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bauer Reservoir?
Bauer Reservoir 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 Bauer Reservoir?
Bauer Reservoir is owned by LEO BAUER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bauer Reservoir built?
Bauer Reservoir was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Bauer Reservoir?
Bauer Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bauer Reservoir?
Bauer Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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 Bauer Reservoir last inspected?
Bauer Reservoir was last inspected on December 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.