Turner Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Turner Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 136 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00661 |
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
CITY OF YAMHILL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turner Creek Reservoir?
Turner Creek 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 Turner Creek Reservoir?
Turner Creek Reservoir is owned by CITY OF YAMHILL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turner Creek Reservoir built?
Turner Creek Reservoir was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Turner Creek Reservoir?
Turner Creek Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Turner Creek Reservoir?
Turner Creek 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 Turner Creek Reservoir last inspected?
Turner Creek Reservoir was last inspected on November 12, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.