Osburn Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Osburn Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 68.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 115 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00436 |
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
TOM LEHMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Osburn Reservoir?
Osburn 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 Osburn Reservoir?
Osburn Reservoir is owned by TOM LEHMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Osburn Reservoir built?
Osburn Reservoir was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Osburn Reservoir?
Osburn Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Osburn Reservoir?
Osburn Reservoir has a dam height of 34 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 Osburn Reservoir last inspected?
Osburn Reservoir was last inspected on April 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.