Lofton Reservoir (Lake)
Key Takeaway
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 58.4% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00360 |
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
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lofton Reservoir (Lake)?
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) 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 Lofton Reservoir (Lake)?
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) is owned by OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lofton Reservoir (Lake) built?
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Lofton Reservoir (Lake)?
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lofton Reservoir (Lake)?
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) has a dam height of 30 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 Lofton Reservoir (Lake) last inspected?
Lofton Reservoir (Lake) was last inspected on October 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.