Briscoe Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Briscoe Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 43.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 43 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00707 |
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
JACQUELINE CANAMORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Briscoe Reservoir?
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Reservoir?
Briscoe Reservoir is owned by JACQUELINE CANAMORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Briscoe Reservoir built?
Briscoe Reservoir was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Briscoe Reservoir?
Briscoe Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Briscoe Reservoir?
Briscoe Reservoir has a dam height of 25 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 Briscoe Reservoir last inspected?
Briscoe Reservoir was last inspected on May 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.