Box Springs Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Box Springs Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,076 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00092 |
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
DOI BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Box Springs Reservoir?
Box Springs 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 Box Springs Reservoir?
Box Springs Reservoir is owned by DOI BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Box Springs Reservoir built?
Box Springs Reservoir was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Box Springs Reservoir?
Box Springs Reservoir 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 Box Springs Reservoir?
Box Springs Reservoir has a dam height of 13 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.