Croft

GIBSON GULCH· Polk, Oregon· Built 1968· Earth· 43 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Croft is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	43 ft (taller than 79.6% in OR)
Dam Length	525 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	43 acre-ft
Normal Storage	137 acre-ft

Surface Area	11 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	140 cfs
Year Completed	1968 (58 years old)
NID ID	OR00415

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: February 4, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

WALDENSEE LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Croft?

Croft is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Croft?

Croft is owned by WALDENSEE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Croft built?

Croft was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Croft?

Croft 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 Croft?

Croft has a dam height of 43 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 Croft last inspected?

Croft was last inspected on February 4, 2021. 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.