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KIVETT 3

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Birch Creek
April 21, 2025


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Kivett 3 is a private-owned earth dam located in Baker, Oregon, specifically in the city of HOMESTEAD along Birch Creek. Completed in 1950, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet. The dam spans 400 feet in length and covers a surface area of 5.75 acres, contributing to the management of water resources in the region.

Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD), Kivett 3 is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in June 2019. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Equipped with slide gates for outlet control, Kivett 3 plays a crucial role in the local water infrastructure, ensuring efficient water distribution for agricultural purposes in the area.

Despite being a relatively modest structure, Kivett 3 showcases the importance of small-scale dams in supporting irrigation activities and water resource management. With its strategic location along Birch Creek and its state-regulated status, this earth dam stands as a vital component of the water infrastructure in Baker, Oregon, contributing to the sustainable use of water for agricultural needs while maintaining a low hazard potential and meeting regulatory standards for inspection and enforcement.

Year_Completed 1950
Dam_Height 26
River_Or_Stream BIRCH CREEK
Dam_Length 400
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 5.75
Hydraulic_Height 21
Drainage_Area 2.67
Nid_Storage 45
Structural_Height 26
Outlet_Gates Slide (sluice gate)
Hazard_Potential Low
Nid_Height 26
       

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