Upper Clark Reservoir

Malheur, Oregon· Built 2004· Gravity·
Low Hazard Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Upper Clark Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area56 acres
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDOR00094

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 18, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Clark Reservoir?

Upper Clark 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 Upper Clark Reservoir?

Upper Clark Reservoir is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Upper Clark Reservoir built?

Upper Clark Reservoir was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Upper Clark Reservoir?

Upper Clark 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.

When was Upper Clark Reservoir last inspected?

Upper Clark Reservoir was last inspected on September 18, 2018. 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.