Buether Upper Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Buether Upper Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 72.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 904 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00259 |
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
PAULA SALOMON AND JUDY JUSTESEN
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Buether Upper Reservoir?
Buether Upper 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 Buether Upper Reservoir?
Buether Upper Reservoir is owned by PAULA SALOMON AND JUDY JUSTESEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buether Upper Reservoir built?
Buether Upper Reservoir was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Buether Upper Reservoir?
Buether Upper 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 Buether Upper Reservoir?
Buether Upper Reservoir has a dam height of 36 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 Buether Upper Reservoir last inspected?
Buether Upper Reservoir was last inspected on December 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.