Easterday Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Easterday Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00172 |
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
BILL WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Easterday Reservoir?
Easterday 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 Easterday Reservoir?
Easterday Reservoir is owned by BILL WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Easterday Reservoir built?
Easterday Reservoir was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Easterday Reservoir?
Easterday 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 Easterday Reservoir?
Easterday Reservoir has a dam height of 14 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 Easterday Reservoir last inspected?
Easterday Reservoir was last inspected on August 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.