Bryant Mt. Dam
Key Takeaway
Bryant Mt. Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 347 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00138 |
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
LOVENESS LUMBER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bryant Mt. Dam?
Bryant Mt. 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 Bryant Mt. Dam?
Bryant Mt. Dam is owned by LOVENESS LUMBER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bryant Mt. Dam built?
Bryant Mt. Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Bryant Mt. Dam?
Bryant Mt. Dam 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 Bryant Mt. Dam?
Bryant Mt. Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Bryant Mt. Dam last inspected?
Bryant Mt. Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.