Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2
Key Takeaway
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.1% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 925 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00342 |
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
GOLDEN SAGE LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2?
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 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 Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2?
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 is owned by GOLDEN SAGE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 built?
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2?
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2?
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 has a dam height of 16 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 Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 last inspected?
Fehrenbacker Reservoir 2 was last inspected on August 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.