Echave Reservoir (Malheur)
Key Takeaway
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 68.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 259 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 292 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00164 |
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
JOHN ECHAVE
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Echave Reservoir (Malheur)?
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) 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 Echave Reservoir (Malheur)?
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) is owned by JOHN ECHAVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Echave Reservoir (Malheur) built?
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Echave Reservoir (Malheur)?
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) 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 Echave Reservoir (Malheur)?
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) has a dam height of 34 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 Echave Reservoir (Malheur) last inspected?
Echave Reservoir (Malheur) was last inspected on April 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.