Sherman Stock Reservoir #1

SLY CREEK, TRIB TO· Columbia, Oregon· Built 1952· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 54.8% in OR)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage36 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge288 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDOR03040

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: December 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

JEFF HELLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sherman Stock Reservoir #1?

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 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 Sherman Stock Reservoir #1?

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 is owned by JEFF HELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 built?

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Sherman Stock Reservoir #1?

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 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 Sherman Stock Reservoir #1?

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 has a dam height of 28 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 Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 last inspected?

Sherman Stock Reservoir #1 was last inspected on December 16, 2019. 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.