Hartwick Reservoir

DAIRY CREEK, TRIB TO· Washington, Oregon· Built 1956· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hartwick Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 54.8% in OR)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge114 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDOR00302

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: November 29, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

HENRY J. GRASS M.D.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hartwick Reservoir?

Hartwick 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 Hartwick Reservoir?

Hartwick Reservoir is owned by HENRY J. GRASS M.D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hartwick Reservoir built?

Hartwick Reservoir was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Hartwick Reservoir?

Hartwick 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 Hartwick Reservoir?

Hartwick Reservoir has a dam height of 28 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 Hartwick Reservoir last inspected?

Hartwick Reservoir was last inspected on November 29, 2018. 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.