Kivett 3

BIRCH CREEK· Baker, Oregon· Built 1950· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kivett 3 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge61 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOR00219

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: June 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

HARRY L BETTIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kivett 3?

Kivett 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 Kivett 3?

Kivett 3 is owned by HARRY L BETTIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kivett 3 built?

Kivett 3 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Kivett 3?

Kivett 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 Kivett 3?

Kivett 3 has a dam height of 26 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 Kivett 3 last inspected?

Kivett 3 was last inspected on June 11, 2019. 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.