Morfitt Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Morfitt Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 30% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00026 |
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
F.L. ROSS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morfitt Reservoir?
Morfitt 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 Morfitt Reservoir?
Morfitt Reservoir is owned by F.L. ROSS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morfitt Reservoir built?
Morfitt Reservoir was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Morfitt Reservoir?
Morfitt 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 Morfitt Reservoir?
Morfitt Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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 Morfitt Reservoir last inspected?
Morfitt Reservoir was last inspected on June 4, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.