Oberg Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Oberg Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 69.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00516 |
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
STEVE PEKKOLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oberg Reservoir?
Oberg 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 Oberg Reservoir?
Oberg Reservoir is owned by STEVE PEKKOLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oberg Reservoir built?
Oberg Reservoir was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Oberg Reservoir?
Oberg Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oberg Reservoir?
Oberg Reservoir has a dam height of 35 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 Oberg Reservoir last inspected?
Oberg Reservoir was last inspected on November 12, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.