Drescher Reservoir Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Drescher Reservoir, located in Clackamas, Oregon, is a private water storage facility primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1958, this earth dam is 21 feet in height and spans 230 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.8 acres. The reservoir is fed by Drescher Creek and has a drainage area of 1.7 square miles.

Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Drescher Reservoir is regulated and inspected by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. The reservoir's significant hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections and emergency preparedness. The outlet gates consist of slide (sluice gate) mechanisms, and the last inspection was conducted in October 2018 with a recommended inspection frequency of 3 years.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability can appreciate Drescher Reservoir as a vital component of Oregon's water management infrastructure. Its role in supporting irrigation and serving as a habitat for fish and wildlife underscores the importance of responsible water usage and conservation efforts in the face of changing climate conditions. As a private facility with state oversight, Drescher Reservoir highlights the collaboration between different stakeholders in ensuring the sustainable use of water resources for both agricultural and environmental purposes.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

230

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

DRESCHER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.8

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

1.7

Nid Storage

21

Structural Height

21

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

21
       
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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.
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