Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir

LITTLE BUTTE CREEK, TRIB TO· Jackson, Oregon· Built 1962· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 78.3% in OR)
Dam Length925 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage380 acre-ft
Normal Storage293 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge250 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDOR00247

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: July 6, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

THOMAS & LAURA COLLINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir?

Stanley, Charles W. 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 Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir?

Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir is owned by THOMAS & LAURA COLLINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir built?

Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir?

Stanley, Charles W. 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 Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir?

Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir has a dam height of 41 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 Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir last inspected?

Stanley, Charles W. Reservoir was last inspected on July 6, 2016. 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.