Sitz Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Sitz Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00100 |
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
JAMES SITZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sitz Reservoir?
Sitz 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 Sitz Reservoir?
Sitz Reservoir is owned by JAMES SITZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sitz Reservoir built?
Sitz Reservoir was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Sitz Reservoir?
Sitz 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 Sitz Reservoir?
Sitz 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 Sitz Reservoir last inspected?
Sitz Reservoir was last inspected on July 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.