Deardorff, Betty Jane
Key Takeaway
Deardorff, Betty Jane is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 89.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00497 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUBLETREES FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deardorff, Betty Jane?
Deardorff, Betty Jane is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Deardorff, Betty Jane?
Deardorff, Betty Jane is owned by DOUBLETREES FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deardorff, Betty Jane built?
Deardorff, Betty Jane 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 Deardorff, Betty Jane?
Deardorff, Betty Jane 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 Deardorff, Betty Jane?
Deardorff, Betty Jane has a dam height of 65 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 Deardorff, Betty Jane last inspected?
Deardorff, Betty Jane was last inspected on May 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.