Bull Prairie Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Bull Prairie Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 82.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00363 |
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 FISH AND WILDLIFE - DAVE SANDSTROM
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bull Prairie Reservoir?
Bull Prairie 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 Bull Prairie Reservoir?
Bull Prairie Reservoir is owned by OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE - DAVE SANDSTROM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bull Prairie Reservoir built?
Bull Prairie Reservoir was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Bull Prairie Reservoir?
Bull Prairie Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Bull Prairie Reservoir?
Bull Prairie Reservoir has a dam height of 47 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.