Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company
Key Takeaway
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 43.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00520 |
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
JERRY MULLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company?
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company 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 Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company?
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company is owned by JERRY MULLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company built?
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company?
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company 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 Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company?
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company has a dam height of 25 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 Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company last inspected?
Mission Creek Dam and Reservoir Company was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.