Oriana Reservoir

ORIAMA & RED MOUNTAIN CREEKS· Harney, Oregon· Built 1931· Gravity· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Oriana Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 20.1% in OR)
Dam Length66 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage480 acre-ft
Normal Storage480 acre-ft
Surface Area42 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge167 cfs
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDOR00071

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 17, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

PUEBLO MOUNTAIN FARM & RANCH, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oriana Reservoir?

Oriana 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 Oriana Reservoir?

Oriana Reservoir is owned by PUEBLO MOUNTAIN FARM & RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oriana Reservoir built?

Oriana Reservoir was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Oriana Reservoir?

Oriana 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 Oriana Reservoir?

Oriana Reservoir has a dam height of 16 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 Oriana Reservoir last inspected?

Oriana Reservoir was last inspected on September 17, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.