Stringer Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Stringer Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 375 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00477 |
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
CARL DAUENHAUER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stringer Reservoir?
Stringer 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 Stringer Reservoir?
Stringer Reservoir is owned by CARL DAUENHAUER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stringer Reservoir built?
Stringer Reservoir was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Stringer Reservoir?
Stringer 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 Stringer Reservoir?
Stringer Reservoir has a dam height of 26 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 Stringer Reservoir last inspected?
Stringer Reservoir was last inspected on October 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.