Deadman Creek Reservoir

DEADMAN CREEK; TRIB SOUTH FORK MALHEUR· Harney, Oregon· Built 1984· Earth· 55 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Deadman Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 55 ft (taller than 85.6% in OR)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage386 acre-ft
Normal Storage386 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge51 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOR00690

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

JERRY & LINDA MILLER, CRANE 97732

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deadman Creek Reservoir?

Deadman Creek 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 Deadman Creek Reservoir?

Deadman Creek Reservoir is owned by JERRY & LINDA MILLER, CRANE 97732 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Deadman Creek Reservoir built?

Deadman Creek Reservoir was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Deadman Creek Reservoir?

Deadman Creek 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 Deadman Creek Reservoir?

Deadman Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 55 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 Deadman Creek Reservoir last inspected?

Deadman Creek Reservoir was last inspected on July 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.