Haskell Reservoir

ELK CREEK· Baker, Oregon· Built 1912· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Haskell Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 16% in OR)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)
NID IDOR01885

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 20, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

DON & RACHEL COPELY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Haskell Reservoir?

Haskell 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 Haskell Reservoir?

Haskell Reservoir is owned by DON & RACHEL COPELY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Haskell Reservoir built?

Haskell Reservoir was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Haskell Reservoir?

Haskell 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 Haskell Reservoir?

Haskell Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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 Haskell Reservoir last inspected?

Haskell Reservoir was last inspected on May 20, 2015. 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.