Bump Farm Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Bump Farm Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 74.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00271 |
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
SPYGLASS PROPERTIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bump Farm Reservoir?
Bump Farm 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 Bump Farm Reservoir?
Bump Farm Reservoir is owned by SPYGLASS PROPERTIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bump Farm Reservoir built?
Bump Farm Reservoir was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Bump Farm Reservoir?
Bump Farm 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 Bump Farm Reservoir?
Bump Farm Reservoir has a dam height of 38 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 Bump Farm Reservoir last inspected?
Bump Farm Reservoir was last inspected on October 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.