Becker

NORTH FORK INDIAN CREEK· Malheur, Oregon· Built 1927· Other· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Becker is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 0.6% in OR)
Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)
NID IDOR00090

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: October 1, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

THE RANCH HOLDING COMPANY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Becker?

Becker 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 Becker?

Becker is owned by THE RANCH HOLDING COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Becker built?

Becker was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Becker?

Becker 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 Becker?

Becker has a dam height of 10 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 Becker last inspected?

Becker was last inspected on October 1, 2018. 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.