Randall Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Randall Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 74.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 962 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 725 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 725 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 580 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00428 |
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
CIRCLE FIVE RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Randall Reservoir?
Randall 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 Randall Reservoir?
Randall Reservoir is owned by CIRCLE FIVE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Randall Reservoir built?
Randall Reservoir was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Randall Reservoir?
Randall 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 Randall Reservoir?
Randall Reservoir has a dam height of 38 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 Randall Reservoir last inspected?
Randall Reservoir was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.