Clausen Dam

UNNAMED, TRIB/COQUILLE· Coos, Oregon· Built 1995· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clausen Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 16% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDOR03846

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: October 2, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

DOUGLAS CRANE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clausen Dam?

Clausen 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 Clausen Dam?

Clausen Dam is owned by DOUGLAS CRANE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clausen Dam built?

Clausen 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 Clausen Dam?

Clausen Dam 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 Clausen Dam?

Clausen 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 Clausen Dam last inspected?

Clausen Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2018. 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.