Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker)

PINE CREEK· Baker, Oregon· Built 1933· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.3% in OR)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area61 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge230 cfs
Year Completed1933 (93 years old)
NID IDOR00121

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: June 14, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

TOM "MAC" & JOYCE KERNS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker)?

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) 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 Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker)?

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) is owned by TOM "MAC" & JOYCE KERNS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) built?

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker)?

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker)?

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) has a dam height of 18 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 Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) last inspected?

Pine Creek Reservoir (Baker) was last inspected on June 14, 2016. 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.