Noble Reservoir 1
Key Takeaway
Noble Reservoir 1 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 234 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OR02539 |
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
BECKLIN LAND AND CATTLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Noble Reservoir 1?
Noble 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 Noble Reservoir 1?
Noble Reservoir 1 is owned by BECKLIN LAND AND CATTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Noble Reservoir 1 built?
Noble Reservoir 1 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Noble Reservoir 1?
Noble 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 Noble Reservoir 1?
Noble Reservoir 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Noble Reservoir 1 last inspected?
Noble Reservoir 1 was last inspected on November 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.