Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg)

CHAMPOEG CREEK· Marion, Oregon· Built 1968· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage329 acre-ft
Normal Storage329 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge1,190 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDOR00462

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: April 30, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

A&R SPADA NURSERY AND FARMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg)?

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) 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 Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg)?

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) is owned by A&R SPADA NURSERY AND FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) built?

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg)?

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) 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 Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg)?

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) 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 Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) last inspected?

Spada Reservoir #1 (Champoeg) was last inspected on April 30, 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.