Blaine Dam #2

Wasco, Oregon· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Blaine Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 52.6% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage258 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOR03870

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 9, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

BLAINE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Blaine Dam #2?

Blaine Dam #2 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 Blaine Dam #2?

Blaine Dam #2 is owned by BLAINE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Blaine Dam #2?

Blaine Dam #2 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 Blaine Dam #2?

Blaine Dam #2 has a dam height of 27 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 Blaine Dam #2 last inspected?

Blaine Dam #2 was last inspected on October 9, 2020. 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.