Gustav Krause Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gehring Reservoir (Towery Dam)
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Gustav Krause is a privately owned earth dam located in Farmington, Oregon, specifically in Marion County.
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Summary
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet of water. The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 490 feet, making it a crucial structure for water resource management in the area.
Situated along the Tr- Campbell Creek, Gustav Krause plays a vital role in water storage and distribution for agricultural activities in the region. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment currently not available, this dam is a significant asset for ensuring water availability for irrigation purposes. The dam has a spillway width of 23 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 183 cubic feet per second, contributing to the effective management of water resources in the area.
Despite limited information on its condition assessment and emergency preparedness, Gustav Krause remains a key infrastructure for water resource management in Oregon. With its strategic location and primary purpose of irrigation, this privately owned dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water availability for agricultural activities in the region. As a low-hazard structure with a significant storage capacity, Gustav Krause stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climates and growing water demands.
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Campbell Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.32 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Willamette River At Salem
|
28400cfs |
Silver Creek At Silverton
|
52cfs |
Abiqua Creek At Silverton
|
74cfs |
Zollner Creek Near Mt Angel
|
320cfs |
Pudding River Near Woodburn
|
3250cfs |
Butte Creek At Monitor
|
327cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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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