Baker, Er
Key Takeaway
Baker, Er is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 56 ft (taller than 86.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 115 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00507 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CAMP TILLICUM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker, Er?
Baker, Er is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Baker, Er?
Baker, Er is owned by CAMP TILLICUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker, Er built?
Baker, Er was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Baker, Er?
Baker, Er 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 Baker, Er?
Baker, Er has a dam height of 56 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 Baker, Er last inspected?
Baker, Er was last inspected on December 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.