Delintment Lake

DELINTMENT· Harney, Oregon· Built 1953· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Other Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Delintment Lake is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 33.9% in OR)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage520 acre-ft
Normal Storage415 acre-ft
Surface Area53 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDOR00537

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: August 24, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Black Snag Reservoir

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Lower Twelvemile (Buker Res)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Delintment Lake?

Delintment Lake 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 Delintment Lake?

Delintment Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Delintment Lake built?

Delintment Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Delintment Lake?

Delintment Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Delintment Lake?

Delintment Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Delintment Lake last inspected?

Delintment Lake was last inspected on August 24, 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.