Squaw Creek Id Reservoir

SQUAW CREEK· Deschutes, Oregon· Built 1965· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Squaw Creek Id 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 18 ft (taller than 25.3% in OR)
Dam Length4,030 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage600 acre-ft
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area74 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge43 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDOR00413

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: February 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

THREE SISTERS IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Squaw Creek Id Reservoir?

Squaw Creek Id 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 Squaw Creek Id Reservoir?

Squaw Creek Id Reservoir is owned by THREE SISTERS IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Squaw Creek Id Reservoir built?

Squaw Creek Id 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 Squaw Creek Id Reservoir?

Squaw Creek Id 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 Squaw Creek Id Reservoir?

Squaw Creek Id Reservoir has a dam height of 18 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 Squaw Creek Id Reservoir last inspected?

Squaw Creek Id Reservoir was last inspected on February 19, 2020. 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.