Haskell Reservoir Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Haskell Reservoir in Baker, Oregon, is a private irrigation reservoir completed in 1912 with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet.


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Summary

Situated on Elk Creek, this earth dam reservoir spans 600 feet in length and has a maximum discharge rate of 150 cubic feet per second. The reservoir covers a surface area of 5.6 acres and serves the primary purpose of irrigation.

Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Haskell Reservoir has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition assessment. Although the dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a structural height of 12 feet, it has a hydraulic height of 8 feet. The last inspection of the reservoir took place in May 2015, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 6 years.

Located in a remote area with no downstream settlements, Haskell Reservoir plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. With its state-regulated status and oversight by the OWRD, the reservoir is a key water resource for the local community and contributes to the sustainable management of water in the area.

Year Completed

1912

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

ELK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.6

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

3.5

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

12

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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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.