Sherwood Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Sherwood Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 52.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03042 |
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
ASPEN VALLEY RANCHES, INC., C/O BOB WOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sherwood Creek Reservoir?
Sherwood Creek 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 Sherwood Creek Reservoir?
Sherwood Creek Reservoir is owned by ASPEN VALLEY RANCHES, INC., C/O BOB WOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sherwood Creek Reservoir built?
Sherwood Creek Reservoir was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Sherwood Creek Reservoir?
Sherwood Creek 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 Sherwood Creek Reservoir?
Sherwood Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 27 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 Sherwood Creek Reservoir last inspected?
Sherwood Creek Reservoir was last inspected on March 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.