Sawmill Gulch Reservoir, also known as Gover Reservoir, is a privately owned water infrastructure located in Baker, Oregon.
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Built in 1916, this Earth-type dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 177 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 150 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 13.6 acres and is fed by the Saw Mill Gulch river or stream.
Situated in a low hazard potential area with a moderate risk assessment rating, Sawmill Gulch Reservoir is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department. The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a spillway type classified as uncontrolled. The outlet gates are equipped with a slide (sluice gate) mechanism, and the dam structure has not been rated for condition assessment.
Although last inspected in 2015 with a scheduled inspection frequency of 6 years, the reservoir's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified. With its historical significance dating back over a century, Sawmill Gulch Reservoir remains a crucial water resource for irrigation in the region, reflecting the intersection of engineering ingenuity, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
SAW MILL GULCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
177 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Weiser River Nr Cambridge Id
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208cfs |
Snake River At Hells Canyon Dam Id-Or State Line
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19200cfs |
Snake River At Weiser Id
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10700cfs |
Crane Creek At Mouth Nr Weiser Id
|
6cfs |
Weiser River Nr Weiser Id
|
365cfs |
Minam River Near Minam
|
340cfs |
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Eagle Forks
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Eagle Forks Campground
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McBride Campground
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Mcbride
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Two Color
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Two Color Campground
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