Stringer Reservoir dam
Stringer Reservoir
Stringer Reservoir, located in Yamhill, Oregon, is a privately owned earth dam structure primarily used for irrigation purposes along the Holdridge Creek. Built in 1969, this reservoir has a dam height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 78 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 12.8 acres and has a drainage area of 1.58 square miles, making it a vital resource for water management in the region.
Maintained and regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Stringer Reservoir has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. While the last inspection was conducted in October 2014, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 6 years, the reservoir's emergency action plan readiness and risk management measures are not currently documented. Despite this, the reservoir serves as a crucial water source for irrigation in the area, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change and increasing water demands.
With its strategic location and crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region, Stringer Reservoir stands as a testament to the significance of water resource infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of climate change. As climate enthusiasts and water resource stakeholders continue to advocate for sustainable water management practices, reservoirs like Stringer play a vital role in ensuring water availability for both current and future generations. As our understanding of climate change and its effects on water resources deepens, Stringer Reservoir serves as a reminder of the importance of resilience and adaptability in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Stringer Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Yamhill River At Mcminnville | 310 cfs | → |
| Willamette River At Newberg | 10,700 cfs | → |
| Willamette River At Salem | 10,500 cfs | → |
| Zollner Creek Near Mt Angel | 320 cfs | → |
| Pudding River Near Woodburn | 159 cfs | → |
| Abiqua Creek At Silverton | 74 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stringer Reservoir.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Track Stringer Reservoir in the Snoflo app
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About Stringer Reservoir
Where does the data for Stringer Reservoir come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Stringer Reservoir.