Cackler Marsh Dam

Baskett Slough· Polk, Oregon· Built 1995· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Cackler Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 5.4% in OR)
Dam Length2,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage964 acre-ft
Normal Storage277 acre-ft
Surface Area174 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge1,092 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDOR03834

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: August 22, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cackler Marsh Dam?

Cackler Marsh 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 Cackler Marsh Dam?

Cackler Marsh Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cackler Marsh Dam built?

Cackler Marsh Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Cackler Marsh Dam?

Cackler Marsh Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cackler Marsh Dam?

Cackler Marsh Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Cackler Marsh Dam last inspected?

Cackler Marsh Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2017. 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.