Cackler Marsh Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dusky Marsh Dam Taverner Marsh Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cackler Marsh Dam, located in Polk, Oregon, is a vital water resource managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service for the purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1995, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans a length of 2050 feet, with a storage capacity of 964 acre-feet. The dam regulates the flow of Baskett Slough, providing essential habitat for various wildlife species.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Cackler Marsh Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the surrounding area. The dam's controlled outlet gates and spillway width of 40 feet ensure proper water management and safeguard against potential risks. Despite its remote location and minimal state jurisdiction, the dam is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality.
As a key component of the Fish and Wildlife Service's operations, Cackler Marsh Dam not only provides essential water storage but also supports the conservation efforts of the agency. With its strategic design and management, this dam serves as a model for sustainable water resource management in the region, showcasing how infrastructure can be leveraged to benefit both wildlife and the environment.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
2050 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
Baskett Slough |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
174 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
4.64 |
Nid Storage |
964 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Willamette River At Salem
|
35800cfs |
Luckiamute River Near Suver
|
3790cfs |
South Yamhill River At Mcminnville
|
8310cfs |
Santiam River At Jefferson
|
13800cfs |
North Santiam River Near Jefferson
|
7220cfs |
Willamette River At Albany
|
13800cfs |
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.
Cackler Marsh Dam
Luckiamute River