Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) dam
Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)
Bailey Reservoir, also known as Kalsch, is a privately owned dam located in Farmington, Oregon, along the Tualatin River. Built in 1968, this earth dam stands at 12 feet high and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, primarily used for irrigation purposes. The reservoir covers an area of 11.9 acres and has a drainage area of 2.58 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 248 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential and not currently being rated for its condition assessment, Bailey Reservoir plays a crucial role in the local water resource management. The dam is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department, with inspections conducted every 6 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The reservoir's location in Washington County, Oregon, makes it a vital component in the irrigation system that supports agricultural activities in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bailey Reservoir serves as a fascinating example of how private dams contribute to the sustainable utilization of water for agricultural purposes. With its modest size and low hazard potential, the reservoir showcases the importance of proper regulation and inspection to ensure the safety and efficiency of water storage infrastructure. As part of the Tualatin River watershed, Bailey Reservoir plays a crucial role in supporting local irrigation needs and demonstrates the collaborative efforts required to manage water resources effectively in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tualatin River Near Dilley | 110 cfs | → |
| Fanno Creek At 56th Ave | 0 cfs | → |
| Fanno Creek At Durham | 15 cfs | → |
| East Fork Dairy Creek Near Meacham Corner | 21 cfs | → |
| Willamette River At Newberg | 10,800 cfs | → |
| Columbia Slough At Portland | 653 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch).
Boat launches
- Crescent Park Greenway Hillsboro
- Cook Park
- Tualatin Community Park
- Sauvie Island Boat Ramp
- Columbia Slough
- Swan Island Ramp
Campgrounds
Track Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) in the Snoflo app
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About Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch)
Where does the data for Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch) 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 Bailey Reservoir (Aka Kalsch).