Freeman Reservoir #3

SALT CREEK· Yamhill, Oregon· Built 1979· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Freeman Reservoir #3 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.3% in OR)
Dam Length930 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge81 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDOR00673

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: May 31, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

ROY FREEMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Freeman Reservoir #3?

Freeman Reservoir #3 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 Freeman Reservoir #3?

Freeman Reservoir #3 is owned by ROY FREEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Freeman Reservoir #3 built?

Freeman Reservoir #3 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Freeman Reservoir #3?

Freeman Reservoir #3 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 Freeman Reservoir #3?

Freeman Reservoir #3 has a dam height of 18 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 Freeman Reservoir #3 last inspected?

Freeman Reservoir #3 was last inspected on May 31, 2017. 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.