Emmel Bros. Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Emmel Bros. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 52.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OR01654 |
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
EMMELL BROTHERS RANCH
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Emmel Bros. Reservoir?
Emmel Bros. 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 Emmel Bros. Reservoir?
Emmel Bros. Reservoir is owned by EMMELL BROTHERS RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emmel Bros. Reservoir built?
Emmel Bros. 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 Emmel Bros. Reservoir?
Emmel Bros. 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 Emmel Bros. Reservoir?
Emmel Bros. Reservoir has a dam height of 27 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 Emmel Bros. Reservoir last inspected?
Emmel Bros. Reservoir was last inspected on December 3, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.