Ochoco is a federal-owned structure located in Crook, Oregon, with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Built in 1920, this Earth dam stands at 136 feet tall and stretches 960 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 65,664 acre-feet. Ochoco Creek is the main river or stream that the dam regulates, with a drainage area of 295 square miles and a maximum discharge of 13,500 cubic feet per second.
The dam has undergone several modifications over the years, including structural and hydraulic improvements in 1991 and 1998. Despite being designated as a high hazard potential structure, its condition assessment is currently not available. Ochoco also offers recreational opportunities alongside its irrigation and wildlife conservation functions, making it a vital resource for the community. With its picturesque surroundings and important role in water resource management, Ochoco is a site of interest for both water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Years Modified |
1991 - Structural, 1998 - Hydraulic, 1998 - Other, 1998 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
960 |
Dam Height |
136 |
River Or Stream |
OCHOCO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1358 |
Hydraulic Height |
113 |
Drainage Area |
295 |
Nid Storage |
65664 |
Structural Height |
136 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
136 |
Crooked River Blw Osborne Canyon
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193cfs |
Crooked River Below Opal Springs
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1230cfs |
Deschutes River Near Culver
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841cfs |
Bridge Cr Abv Coyote Canyon Nr Mitchell
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10cfs |
Deschutes River Near Madras
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4100cfs |
Shitike Creek Near Warm Springs
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59cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Ochoco Reservoir Hiker Biker Campsite
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Ochoco Lake
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Space 30
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Space 29
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Space 28
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Space 27
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