Dry Creek Diversion Dam
Key Takeaway
Dry Creek Diversion Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03754 |
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
USA INVESTMENT ASSOCS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Creek Diversion Dam?
Dry Creek Diversion 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 Dry Creek Diversion Dam?
Dry Creek Diversion Dam is owned by USA INVESTMENT ASSOCS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Creek Diversion Dam built?
Dry Creek Diversion Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Dry Creek Diversion Dam?
Dry Creek Diversion 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 Dry Creek Diversion Dam?
Dry Creek Diversion Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Dry Creek Diversion Dam last inspected?
Dry Creek Diversion Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.