Weaver Reservoir

YONCALLA CREEK (OFFSTREAM)· Douglas, Oregon· Built 1970· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Other Private

Key Takeaway

Weaver Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge450 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDOR00447

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: October 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

KAY,THOMAS W. & ZELMA F.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weaver Reservoir?

Weaver 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 Weaver Reservoir?

Weaver Reservoir is owned by KAY,THOMAS W. & ZELMA F. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Weaver Reservoir built?

Weaver Reservoir was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Weaver Reservoir?

Weaver Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Weaver Reservoir?

Weaver Reservoir has a dam height of 22 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 Weaver Reservoir last inspected?

Weaver Reservoir was last inspected on October 17, 2017. 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.