Arntz Dam

UNNAMED· Harney, Oregon· Built 1957· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Arntz Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 30% in OR)
Dam Length1,026 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage290 acre-ft
Normal Storage290 acre-ft
Surface Area37 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge500 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDOR00318

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 6, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

STACEY & SHARON JOHNSON/ALAN&DELIGHT JOHNSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arntz Dam?

Arntz Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arntz Dam?

Arntz Dam is owned by STACEY & SHARON JOHNSON/ALAN&DELIGHT JOHNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arntz Dam built?

Arntz Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Arntz Dam?

Arntz Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arntz Dam?

Arntz Dam has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Arntz Dam last inspected?

Arntz Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.