Veterans Reservoir Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Veterans Reservoir, located in Clackamas County, Oregon, is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1923, is an earth structure standing at a height of 30 feet and spanning 250 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.5 acres, the reservoir plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities in the area.
Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Veterans Reservoir is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with water resource management standards. The reservoir is situated along Veterans Creek and has a drainage area of 0.35 square miles. In case of emergencies, the reservoir is equipped with Needle outlet gates and has been classified as having a significant hazard potential, highlighting the importance of proper risk management measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Veterans Reservoir serves as a significant infrastructure contributing to the irrigation needs of the region. Its historical significance, engineering design, and operational characteristics make it an intriguing site for those interested in the intersection of water management, infrastructure development, and environmental stewardship in the Pacific Northwest.
Year Completed |
1923 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
VETERANS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
18 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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