Lostine Reservoir

LOSTINE RIVER· Wallowa, Oregon· Built 1970· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lostine Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in OR)
Dam Length4,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage540 acre-ft
Normal Storage540 acre-ft
Surface Area90 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge29 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDOR00499

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: April 27, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

BRUCE STRATHEARN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lostine Reservoir?

Lostine 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 Lostine Reservoir?

Lostine Reservoir is owned by BRUCE STRATHEARN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lostine Reservoir built?

Lostine Reservoir was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Lostine Reservoir?

Lostine Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lostine Reservoir?

Lostine 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.

When was Lostine Reservoir last inspected?

Lostine Reservoir was last inspected on April 27, 2018. 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.