Parsnip Creek Reservoir, located in Rome, Oregon, is a privately owned irrigation reservoir on Parsnip Creek.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 25 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 181 acre-feet. With a surface area of 16.7 acres and a drainage area of 4.3 square miles, the reservoir serves as a vital water resource for agricultural irrigation in the region.
Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Parsnip Creek Reservoir has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition assessment. The reservoir features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and has a maximum discharge capacity of 2000 cubic feet per second. Regular inspections are conducted every six years to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the dam.
With its picturesque location and essential role in supporting irrigation activities, Parsnip Creek Reservoir is a noteworthy water infrastructure project in Malheur County, Oregon. As a key component of the local water management system, this reservoir plays a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability of agriculture in the area while also contributing to the overall water resource management efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
264 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
PARSNIP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
4.3 |
Nid Storage |
181 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
Owyhee River Nr Rome Or
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189cfs |
Ef Owyhee River At Crutcher Crossing
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47cfs |
Snake River Nr Murphy Id
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6650cfs |
Owyhee River Below Owyhee Dam Or
|
30cfs |
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Middle Owyhee 8
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Middle Owyhee 10
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