Russell Hill Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Russell Hill, also known as Hills Reservoir, is a privately owned Earth-type dam located in Dayton, Oregon.
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Summary
Constructed in 1963 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation along Spring Valley Creek. With a height of 19 feet and a length of 290 feet, Russell Hill has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge rate of 23 cubic feet per second.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Russell Hill has not undergone a recent condition assessment, making its current structural integrity unclear. With a drainage area of 0.51 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet, this dam plays a critical role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. As a water resource and climate enthusiast, monitoring the maintenance and safety of Russell Hill is essential to ensure its continued functionality and prevent any potential risks to the surrounding community.
As a key infrastructure for irrigation in Polk County, Oregon, Russell Hill represents an important part of the local water resource management system. With its strategic location along Spring Valley Creek and its significant storage capacity, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to stay informed about the condition and safety of Russell Hill to help ensure the continued availability of water for irrigation and other purposes in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
Spring Valley Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.51 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Willamette River At Salem
|
35800cfs |
South Yamhill River At Mcminnville
|
8310cfs |
Zollner Creek Near Mt Angel
|
320cfs |
Abiqua Creek At Silverton
|
74cfs |
Silver Creek At Silverton
|
52cfs |
Pudding River Near Woodburn
|
4380cfs |
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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