Reimer, William Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Reimer, William Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 117 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00329 |
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
FOLEY FAMILY WINE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reimer, William Reservoir?
Reimer, William 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 Reimer, William Reservoir?
Reimer, William Reservoir is owned by FOLEY FAMILY WINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reimer, William Reservoir built?
Reimer, William Reservoir was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Reimer, William Reservoir?
Reimer, William 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 Reimer, William Reservoir?
Reimer, William Reservoir has a dam height of 22 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 Reimer, William Reservoir last inspected?
Reimer, William Reservoir was last inspected on February 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.