Collins Dam (Wheeler)
Key Takeaway
Collins Dam (Wheeler) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 66.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00438 |
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
4B TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collins Dam (Wheeler)?
Collins Dam (Wheeler) 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 Collins Dam (Wheeler)?
Collins Dam (Wheeler) is owned by 4B TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collins Dam (Wheeler) built?
Collins Dam (Wheeler) was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Collins Dam (Wheeler)?
Collins Dam (Wheeler) 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 Collins Dam (Wheeler)?
Collins Dam (Wheeler) 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 Collins Dam (Wheeler) last inspected?
Collins Dam (Wheeler) was last inspected on December 4, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.