Vane Ranch Reservoir

BIRCH CREEK· Malheur, Oregon· Built 1950· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Vane Ranch Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 63.9% in OR)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge266 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOR00188

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: May 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

SHIVELY, CPAINOUYE, SHIVELY, LONGTIN & KLAT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vane Ranch Reservoir?

Vane Ranch 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 Vane Ranch Reservoir?

Vane Ranch Reservoir is owned by SHIVELY, CPAINOUYE, SHIVELY, LONGTIN & KLAT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Vane Ranch Reservoir built?

Vane Ranch Reservoir was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Vane Ranch Reservoir?

Vane Ranch 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 Vane Ranch Reservoir?

Vane Ranch Reservoir has a dam height of 32 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 Vane Ranch Reservoir last inspected?

Vane Ranch Reservoir was last inspected on May 14, 2019. 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.