Salt Lick Reservoir, located in Malheur, Oregon, is a privately owned irrigation reservoir completed in 1933 on Stone Creek.
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With a dam height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation. The reservoir covers a surface area of 34 acres and has a drainage area of 8 square miles, providing essential water resources for agricultural needs in the region.
Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Salt Lick Reservoir has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. Despite its age, the dam is regularly inspected every 6 years, with the last inspection conducted in January 2021. The reservoir's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are currently unknown, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of preparedness and risk management.
While Salt Lick Reservoir serves a vital role in supporting irrigation activities in the area, there is room for enhancing its safety and emergency response capabilities. With its strategic location and historical significance, this reservoir presents an opportunity for collaborative efforts to ensure sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1933 |
Dam Length |
940 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
STONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
Owyhee River Nr Rome Or
|
189cfs |
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|
47cfs |
Snake River Nr Murphy Id
|
6650cfs |