Barney
Key Takeaway
Barney is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 122 ft (taller than 96% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 20.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 455 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00525 |
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
CITY OF HILLSBORO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Barney?
Barney 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 Barney?
Barney is owned by CITY OF HILLSBORO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barney built?
Barney 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 Barney?
Barney serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barney?
Barney has a dam height of 122 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 Barney last inspected?
Barney was last inspected on December 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.