Marx Brothers Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Marx Brothers Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 63.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00733 |
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
EMIL MARX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marx Brothers Reservoir?
Marx Brothers 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 Marx Brothers Reservoir?
Marx Brothers Reservoir is owned by EMIL MARX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marx Brothers Reservoir built?
Marx Brothers Reservoir was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Marx Brothers Reservoir?
Marx Brothers 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 Marx Brothers Reservoir?
Marx Brothers Reservoir has a dam height of 32 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 Marx Brothers Reservoir last inspected?
Marx Brothers Reservoir was last inspected on October 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.