Kilgore Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Kilgore Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 101 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00354 |
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
WILLOW VALLEY RANCH, C/O DARREL BAGLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kilgore Reservoir?
Kilgore 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 Kilgore Reservoir?
Kilgore Reservoir is owned by WILLOW VALLEY RANCH, C/O DARREL BAGLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kilgore Reservoir built?
Kilgore Reservoir was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Kilgore Reservoir?
Kilgore 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 Kilgore Reservoir?
Kilgore Reservoir has a dam height of 14 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.