Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker)
Key Takeaway
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 80.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00020 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USARUPP RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) is owned by USARUPP RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) built?
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) 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 Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) has a dam height of 45 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 Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) last inspected?
Camp Creek Reservoir (Baker) was last inspected on June 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.