Badger Lake (Hood River)
Key Takeaway
Badger Lake (Hood River) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 532 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 322 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00146 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BADGER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Badger Lake (Hood River)?
Badger Lake (Hood River) 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 Badger Lake (Hood River)?
Badger Lake (Hood River) is owned by BADGER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Badger Lake (Hood River) built?
Badger Lake (Hood River) was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Badger Lake (Hood River)?
Badger Lake (Hood River) 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 Badger Lake (Hood River)?
Badger Lake (Hood River) has a dam height of 22 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 Badger Lake (Hood River) last inspected?
Badger Lake (Hood River) was last inspected on November 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.