Denley Brothers Dam
Key Takeaway
Denley Brothers Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00334 |
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
CARISSA AND SHANE SPONTINI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Denley Brothers Dam?
Denley Brothers 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 Denley Brothers Dam?
Denley Brothers Dam is owned by CARISSA AND SHANE SPONTINI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Denley Brothers Dam built?
Denley Brothers Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Denley Brothers Dam?
Denley Brothers Dam 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 Denley Brothers Dam?
Denley Brothers Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Denley Brothers Dam last inspected?
Denley Brothers Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.