Center

DEVILS CANYON· Harney, Oregon· Built 1981· Gravity·
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Center is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length503 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage153 acre-ft
Normal Storage153 acre-ft
Surface Area153 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge170 cfs
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDOR00692

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: September 25, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Center?

Center 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 Center?

Center is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Center built?

Center was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Center?

Center serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Center last inspected?

Center was last inspected on September 25, 2019. 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.