Murray Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Murray Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 33.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 199 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00060 |
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
FRED THOMAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Murray Reservoir?
Murray 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 Murray Reservoir?
Murray Reservoir is owned by FRED THOMAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Murray Reservoir built?
Murray Reservoir was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Murray Reservoir?
Murray 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 Murray Reservoir?
Murray Reservoir has a dam height of 21 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 Murray Reservoir last inspected?
Murray Reservoir was last inspected on June 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.