Frog Pond #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Frog Pond #1 is a private irrigation dam located in Lake Creek, Oregon, within the beautiful landscape of Jackson County.


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Summary

Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and serves a crucial purpose in providing irrigation water for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet, this dam plays a significant role in supporting agricultural activities in the region.

Situated on Lost Creek, Harrison Creek, and Ot rivers, Frog Pond #1 covers a surface area of 3.5 acres and has a drainage area of 2.7 square miles. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 95 cubic feet per second and is equipped with slide (sluice gate) outlet gates for water release. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its long-term stability and safety.

Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Frog Pond #1 is a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. With its rich history and continued service in supporting agricultural activities, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Frog Pond #1 serves as a fascinating example of how human ingenuity and engineering can work in harmony with nature to meet the needs of communities and ecosystems alike.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

1060

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

LOST CREEK, HARRISON CREEK, AND OT

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.5

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

2.7

Nid Storage

60

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

22
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.