N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 84.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00193 |
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
THE RANCH HOLDING COMPANY LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir?
N. Fk. Indian Creek 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 N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir?
N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir is owned by THE RANCH HOLDING COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir built?
N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir?
N. Fk. Indian Creek 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 N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir?
N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 51 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 N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir last inspected?
N. Fk. Indian Creek Reservoir was last inspected on October 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.