Brown Reservoir (Harney)
Key Takeaway
Brown Reservoir (Harney) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 63.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00117 |
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
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF STATE LANDS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brown Reservoir (Harney)?
Brown Reservoir (Harney) 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 Brown Reservoir (Harney)?
Brown Reservoir (Harney) is owned by OREGON DEPARTMENT OF STATE LANDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Reservoir (Harney) built?
Brown Reservoir (Harney) was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Brown Reservoir (Harney)?
Brown Reservoir (Harney) 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 Brown Reservoir (Harney)?
Brown Reservoir (Harney) has a dam height of 32 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 Brown Reservoir (Harney) last inspected?
Brown Reservoir (Harney) was last inspected on August 15, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.