Tribbett Reservoir

WILLAMETTE RIVER, TRIB TO· Marion, Oregon· Built 1969· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Tribbett Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 52.6% in OR)
Dam Length260 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge35 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDOR00687

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: September 9, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

KELLY FARMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tribbett Reservoir?

Tribbett 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 Tribbett Reservoir?

Tribbett Reservoir is owned by KELLY FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tribbett Reservoir built?

Tribbett 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 Tribbett Reservoir?

Tribbett Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tribbett Reservoir?

Tribbett Reservoir has a dam height of 27 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 Tribbett Reservoir last inspected?

Tribbett Reservoir was last inspected on September 9, 2015. 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.