Butte
Key Takeaway
Butte is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,077 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 96 acres |
| Drainage Area | 55 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00048 |
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
ROBERT BUNGARD
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Butte?
Butte 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 Butte?
Butte is owned by ROBERT BUNGARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Butte built?
Butte was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Butte?
Butte 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 Butte?
Butte has a dam height of 14 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 Butte last inspected?
Butte was last inspected on August 24, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.