Freeman Reservoir #3, located in Yamhill, Oregon, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1979 for irrigation purposes on Salt Creek.
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Humidity
With a height of 18 feet and a length of 930 feet, this reservoir has a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet and covers an area of 8 acres. Despite being assessed as having a low hazard potential and not being rated for condition, it is regulated, inspected, and permitted by the Oregon Water Resources Department, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The reservoir features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate and has a maximum discharge capacity of 81 cubic feet per second. It is situated in a picturesque location, under the jurisdiction of the Federal Representative Suzanne Bonamici (D), within the Portland District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While its emergency action plan status and risk assessment information are not available, the reservoir continues to serve its primary purpose of irrigation effectively, highlighting its importance in supporting agricultural activities in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Freeman Reservoir #3 a fascinating example of sustainable water management in the Pacific Northwest.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
930 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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