Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker)
Key Takeaway
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 58.4% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03735 |
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
BUZZ HARPER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) 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 Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) is owned by BUZZ HARPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) built?
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker)?
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) has a dam height of 30 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 Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) last inspected?
Clover Creek Reservoir (Baker) was last inspected on April 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.