Marx Reservoir #1
Key Takeaway
Marx Reservoir #1 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 52.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00389 |
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
MIKE SWEENEY, CHERRY HILL WINERY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marx Reservoir #1?
Marx Reservoir #1 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 Reservoir #1?
Marx Reservoir #1 is owned by MIKE SWEENEY, CHERRY HILL WINERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marx Reservoir #1 built?
Marx Reservoir #1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Reservoir #1?
Marx Reservoir #1 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 Reservoir #1?
Marx Reservoir #1 has a dam height of 27 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 Reservoir #1 last inspected?
Marx Reservoir #1 was last inspected on May 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.