Johnson Creek in Crook County, Oregon, is a privately owned dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Humidity
Completed in 1951, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet with a hydraulic height of 42 feet and a structural height of 44 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 430 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 369 acre-feet. It has a surface area of 25.7 acres and drains an area of 6.7 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 696 cubic feet per second.
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a hazard potential rated as high, with a fair condition assessment as of October 2020. The risk assessment for Johnson Creek is moderate, with a Risk Character Summary and Risk Management Measures yet to be determined. As a regulated structure in Oregon, the dam undergoes state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. Located in Prineville, the dam is managed under the jurisdiction of the Oregon Water Resources Department.
Overall, Johnson Creek plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region by providing water for irrigation. Its presence highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources to ensure the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
JOHNSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
6.7 |
Nid Storage |
430 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
44 |
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193cfs |
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1230cfs |
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841cfs |
Bridge Cr Abv Coyote Canyon Nr Mitchell
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10cfs |
Deschutes River Near Madras
|
4100cfs |
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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 1
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Space 28
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