Blue River Dam
BLUE RIVER·
Lane, Oregon·
Built 1968·
Earth·
270 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 270 ft (taller than 98.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 975 acres |
| Drainage Area | 88 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 53,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00013 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 26, 2021
State Regulated: No
Ownership
USACE - Portland District
Federal Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Blue River Dam?
Blue River Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Blue River Dam?
Blue River Dam is owned by USACE - Portland District (Federal Government).
When was Blue River Dam last inspected?
Blue River Dam was last inspected on August 26, 2021.
When was Blue River Dam built?
Blue River Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old.
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.