Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2
Key Takeaway
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 91 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00218 |
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
NEUMAN PROPERTIES AND DEVELOPMENT
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2?
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 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 Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2?
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 is owned by NEUMAN PROPERTIES AND DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 built?
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2?
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 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 Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2?
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 has a dam height of 10 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 Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 last inspected?
Grizzley Creek Reservoir No. 2 was last inspected on October 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.