Micke Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Micke is a privately owned dam located in Lake County, Oregon, with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

The dam is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department and is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its Hazard Potential is classified as significant, although its Condition Assessment is currently not rated. The dam features a Needle outlet gate and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet.

Situated in a remote area with coordinates at 42.196951 latitude and -120.633675 longitude, Micke plays a crucial role in water resource management for agricultural purposes in the region. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's last inspection in October 2020 showed no specific condition rating, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, Micke offers essential water resources for the irrigation needs of the surrounding area.

Managed by a private owner, Micke serves as a vital earth dam in the Sacramento District. While details about its construction year and modification history are not provided, its operational status and regulatory compliance are closely monitored by the Oregon state authorities. As an important component in the local water infrastructure, Micke requires regular inspection and potential risk management measures to safeguard against any potential emergencies or unforeseen events that could impact its functionality and surrounding areas.

Dam Height

19.5

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Nid Storage

75

Outlet Gates

Needle

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

20
       
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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.