Vanderzanden Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Vanderzanden Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 27.8% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00421 |
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
BERT VANDERZANDEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vanderzanden Reservoir?
Vanderzanden 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 Vanderzanden Reservoir?
Vanderzanden Reservoir is owned by BERT VANDERZANDEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vanderzanden Reservoir built?
Vanderzanden Reservoir was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Vanderzanden Reservoir?
Vanderzanden 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 Vanderzanden Reservoir?
Vanderzanden Reservoir has a dam height of 19 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 Vanderzanden Reservoir last inspected?
Vanderzanden Reservoir was last inspected on December 16, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.