Rock Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Rock Lake, located in Haines, Oregon, is a privately owned irrigation reservoir completed in 1928.


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Summary

With a dam height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet, this Earth-type structure serves the primary purpose of irrigation in the area. The reservoir covers 23.7 acres and has a drainage area of 0.3 square miles, supporting agricultural activities in the region.

Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Rock Lake is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." Regular inspections are conducted every six years, with the last inspection taking place in September 2018. The reservoir's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are not specified in the available data.

Rock Lake offers a vital water resource for irrigation in Baker County, Oregon, contributing to the agricultural productivity of the region. Enthusiasts interested in water management and climate resilience can appreciate the role of this dam in sustaining local farming operations. As climate change continues to impact water availability, the maintenance and oversight of structures like Rock Lake become increasingly important to ensure the sustainability of water resources in the area.

Year Completed

1928

Dam Length

160

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

UNNAMED

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23.7

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

500

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

28
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.