Buche (Clackamas)
Key Takeaway
Buche (Clackamas) is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 33 ft (taller than 66.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 242 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00766 |
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
HARVEY BUCHE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buche (Clackamas)?
Buche (Clackamas) 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 Buche (Clackamas)?
Buche (Clackamas) is owned by HARVEY BUCHE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buche (Clackamas) built?
Buche (Clackamas) was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Buche (Clackamas)?
Buche (Clackamas) serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buche (Clackamas)?
Buche (Clackamas) has a dam height of 33 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 Buche (Clackamas) last inspected?
Buche (Clackamas) was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.