Haskins Creek Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Haskins Creek Dam, also known as Walter Link Dam, is a vital water supply infrastructure located in Yamhill, Oregon.


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Summary

Built in 1930 by designer Stevens, this local government-owned dam stands at a height of 85 feet and spans a length of 280 feet. It serves the primary purpose of water supply, with a normal storage capacity of 704 acre-feet within its 23-acre surface area. The dam is situated on Haskins Creek, a tributary of the Yamhill River, and is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) to ensure its safe operation.

The dam's significant hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections, with the last one conducted in August 2018 and a scheduled frequency of every three years. It features slide (sluice gate) outlet gates for water control and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite the lack of condition assessment data, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a history dating back over 90 years, Haskins Creek Dam remains a key piece of infrastructure in ensuring water supply reliability for the community of Camp Yamhill and beyond.

As climate change impacts water resources and infrastructure resilience, the role of dams like Haskins Creek Dam becomes increasingly vital. With its construction predating modern climate challenges, there may be a need for adaptation strategies to ensure its continued effectiveness in the face of evolving hydrological patterns. As enthusiasts in water resources and climate, monitoring and advocating for the maintenance and potential upgrades of dams like Haskins Creek Dam can contribute to sustainable water management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

280

Dam Height

85

River Or Stream

HASKINS CREEK; TRIB/YAMHILL RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

23

Drainage Area

6.9

Nid Storage

704

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

85
       
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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.