Schmidt, Howard Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Schmidt, Howard Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 69.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 38 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00479 |
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
STANLEY LAMPA & JOSEPH BEYMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schmidt, Howard Reservoir?
Schmidt, Howard 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 Schmidt, Howard Reservoir?
Schmidt, Howard Reservoir is owned by STANLEY LAMPA & JOSEPH BEYMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schmidt, Howard Reservoir built?
Schmidt, Howard Reservoir was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Schmidt, Howard Reservoir?
Schmidt, Howard 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 Schmidt, Howard Reservoir?
Schmidt, Howard Reservoir has a dam height of 35 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 Schmidt, Howard Reservoir last inspected?
Schmidt, Howard Reservoir was last inspected on October 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.