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Worden Reservoir 2, located in Klamath, Oregon, is a privately owned water storage facility primarily used for irrigation purposes. Built in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 450 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 370 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres, the reservoir plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Worden Reservoir 2 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's outlet gates are of the needle type, and it is equipped with a spillway system. The reservoir's maximum discharge capacity is 510 cubic feet per second, ensuring efficient water management in the event of excess inflow. Despite not having been recently inspected, the reservoir remains regulated, permitted, and inspected by the Oregon Water Resources Department to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Overall, Worden Reservoir 2 serves as an essential water resource for the community of Olene, facilitating irrigation activities and supporting the local agricultural economy. With its strategic location along the Lost River tributary and its reliable infrastructure, this reservoir plays a vital role in water management and conservation efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1962 |
Dam_Height | 42 |
River_Or_Stream | LOST RIVER, TRIB TO |
Dam_Length | 320 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 40 |
Hydraulic_Height | 40 |
Drainage_Area | 10.4 |
Nid_Storage | 450 |
Structural_Height | 45 |
Outlet_Gates | Needle |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 45 |
KLAMATH RIVER AT KENO | 2140cfs |
SPRAGUE RIVER NEAR CHILOQUIN | 2560cfs |
NORTH CANAL AT HIGHWAY 97 | 5cfs |
KLAMATH RIVER BLW JOHN C.BOYLE PWRPLNT | 2560cfs |
ADY CANAL AT HIGHWAY 97 | 272cfs |
KLAMATH STRAITS DRAIN NEAR WORDEN | 119cfs |