Kraemer Farms Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Kraemer Farms Dam, also known as Zollner Creek Reservoir, is a privately owned structure located in Marion County, Oregon.
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Summary
Built in 1998 by designer BOATWRIGHT, this earth dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 27.3 acres. Situated on Zollner Creek, a tributary of Pudding River, the dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 270 feet in length.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) and undergoes regular state inspections. The last inspection was conducted in February 2020, with an inspection frequency of every 6 years. The dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated", and it does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The structure's location in a remote area with no downstream settlement reduces the risk associated with any potential failures.
Kraemer Farms Dam plays a crucial role in supporting local agriculture through irrigation and provides additional benefits such as creating a fish and wildlife pond. With its strategic placement and relatively low risk profile, this dam serves as a testament to sustainable water resource management in the region, catering to both human and ecological needs while maintaining a safe and reliable infrastructure for water supply and conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
ZOLLNER CREEK, TRIB/PUDDING |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.3 |
Drainage Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Zollner Creek Near Mt Angel
|
320cfs |
Butte Creek At Monitor
|
453cfs |
Abiqua Creek At Silverton
|
74cfs |
Pudding River Near Woodburn
|
4380cfs |
Silver Creek At Silverton
|
52cfs |
Pudding River At Aurora
|
5980cfs |
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.
Kraemer Farms Dam