Botens Reservoir

KLAMATH· Klamath, Oregon· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Botens Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 23% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOR01235

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 7, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

TIMOTHY M HOWARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Botens Reservoir?

Botens 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 Botens Reservoir?

Botens Reservoir is owned by TIMOTHY M HOWARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Botens Reservoir?

Botens Reservoir has a dam height of 17 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 Botens Reservoir last inspected?

Botens Reservoir was last inspected on August 7, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.