Officer Reservoir, located in Grant County, Oregon, is a privately owned irrigation reservoir on Utley Creek.
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Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 317 acre-feet. The reservoir covers an area of 22.6 acres and serves the primary purpose of irrigation in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Officer Reservoir is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Oregon Water Resources Department. The reservoir does not have a controlled spillway, and its last inspection was conducted in May 2013. With a drainage area of 3.6 square miles and a maximum discharge of 230 cubic feet per second, the reservoir plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
Situated in the Portland District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Officer Reservoir is a vital water management infrastructure in the region. With its strategic location and function in providing irrigation water, the reservoir serves as a key asset for agricultural activities and water resource sustainability in the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
UTLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
3.6 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
34.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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