Round Barn Reservoir

RIDDLE CREEK· Harney, Oregon· Built 1943· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Round Barn Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.2% in OR)
Dam Length1,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage7.5K acre-ft
Surface Area956 acres
Drainage Area90 sq mi
Max Discharge630 cfs
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)
NID IDOR02909

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: July 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

JENKINS RANCH, RICHARD J. JENKINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Round Barn Reservoir?

Round Barn 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 Round Barn Reservoir?

Round Barn Reservoir is owned by JENKINS RANCH, RICHARD J. JENKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Round Barn Reservoir built?

Round Barn Reservoir was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Round Barn Reservoir?

Round Barn 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 Round Barn Reservoir?

Round Barn Reservoir has a dam height of 12 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 Round Barn Reservoir last inspected?

Round Barn Reservoir was last inspected on July 12, 2018. 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.