Freeman Reservoir #3
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 Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 81 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00673 |
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
ROY FREEMAN
Private
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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.