Davis Lake Dam

Sherman, Oregon· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Davis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 39.8% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOR03891

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: December 8, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

FRED/JON JUSTESEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis Lake Dam?

Davis Lake 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 Davis Lake Dam?

Davis Lake Dam is owned by FRED/JON JUSTESEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davis Lake Dam?

Davis Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Davis Lake Dam?

Davis Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Davis Lake Dam last inspected?

Davis Lake Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2015. 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.