Hosler (Reeder Gulch dam
Hosler (Reeder Gulch
Hosler (Reeder Gulch) is a concrete dam located in Jackson, Oregon, with a primary purpose of water supply. Completed in 1928, this dam stands at a height of 114 feet and has a length of 546 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 888 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 820 acre-feet, serving multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, hydroelectric, and water supply for the surrounding area.
With a high hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, Hosler (Reeder Gulch) is closely monitored by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 102 feet and other controlled outlet gates. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is not available, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and inspection to ensure its structural integrity and safety for downstream communities.
Located near Ashland, OR, Hosler (Reeder Gulch) plays a crucial role in managing the flow of Ashland Creek, Bear Creek, and the Rogue River. As climate change continues to impact water resources, this dam remains a vital asset for securing water supply and mitigating the risks of floods and droughts in the region. Its historical significance and modern challenges make it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking sustainable solutions for the future.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hosler (Reeder Gulch -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Ashland Creek Near Ashland | 4 cfs | → |
| West Fork Ashland Creek Near Ashland | 5 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Blw Ashland Creek At Ashland | 49 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek At Medford | 52 cfs | → |
| Star Gulch Near Ruch | 0 cfs | → |
| Applegate River Near Copper | 148 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hosler (Reeder Gulch.
Boat launches
- Patrick Dunn
- Songer Wayside
- Hyatt Lake Recreation Area
- Cascade Boat Ramp & Dock
- Mountain View Boat Ramp & Dock
- Wildcat Campground
Campgrounds
- Glenyan Rv Park & Campground
- Jackson Wellsprings
- Emigrant Lake - Point Park
- Oak Slope Campground
- Mt Ashland
- Mt. Ashland Campground
Fishing spots
Track Hosler (Reeder Gulch in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hosler (Reeder Gulch
Where does the data for Hosler (Reeder Gulch come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hosler (Reeder Gulch.