Kivett 3 is a private-owned earth dam located in Baker, Oregon, specifically in the city of HOMESTEAD along Birch Creek.
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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 Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
BIRCH CREEK |
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 |
Snake River At Weiser Id
|
10700cfs |
Malheur River Below Nevada Dam Near Vale Or
|
109cfs |
Crane Creek At Mouth Nr Weiser Id
|
6cfs |
Payette River Nr Payette Id
|
1970cfs |
Weiser River Nr Weiser Id
|
365cfs |
Snake River At Nyssa Or
|
7810cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Spring
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Spring Recreation Site
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Steck Park
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