Located in Klamath, Oregon, the Bumphead Reservoir is a vital water resource managed by the local government for irrigation purposes.
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This Earth-type dam was completed in 1957 and stands at a height of 25 feet, with a storage capacity of 1450 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 125 acres and serves a drainage area of 3.6 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 988 cubic feet per second.
The Bumphead Reservoir plays a crucial role in water management for the region, with state regulation, inspection, and enforcement ensuring its safety and functionality. Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the dam's emergency action plan status and condition assessment are currently not rated. The reservoir's spillway type, outlet gates, and emergency preparedness measures are subjects for potential improvement, making it a key area for further development and enhancement in water resource and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
LOST RIVER, TRIB TO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
125 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
3.6 |
Nid Storage |
1450 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
Link River At Klamath Falls
|
928cfs |
North Canal At Highway 97
|
104cfs |
Ady Canal At Highway 97
|
39cfs |
Klamath Straits Drain Near Worden
|
1cfs |
Klamath River At Keno
|
698cfs |
Pit R Nr Canby Ca
|
56cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Upper Midway Camp
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Basin Camp
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Wildhorse Camp
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Rock Creek Camp
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Gerber Reservoir
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