Baker West Nursery Dam
Key Takeaway
Baker West Nursery Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03789 |
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
BAKER WEST, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker West Nursery Dam?
Baker West Nursery 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 Baker West Nursery Dam?
Baker West Nursery Dam is owned by BAKER WEST, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker West Nursery Dam built?
Baker West Nursery Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 West Nursery Dam?
Baker West Nursery Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baker West Nursery Dam?
Baker West Nursery Dam has a dam height of 26 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 West Nursery Dam last inspected?
Baker West Nursery Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.