Lancefield Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Lancefield Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 309 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00678 |
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
STUART M. LANCEFIELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lancefield Reservoir?
Lancefield 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 Lancefield Reservoir?
Lancefield Reservoir is owned by STUART M. LANCEFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lancefield Reservoir built?
Lancefield Reservoir was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lancefield Reservoir?
Lancefield 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 Lancefield Reservoir?
Lancefield Reservoir 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 Lancefield Reservoir last inspected?
Lancefield Reservoir was last inspected on June 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.