Duncan Reservoir - Dam

DUNCAN CREEK· Lake, Oregon· Built 1973· Gravity·
Low Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Duncan Reservoir - Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length508 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage284 acre-ft
Normal Storage284 acre-ft
Surface Area284 acres
Max Discharge3,017 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDOR00567

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 10, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Duncan Reservoir - Dam?

Duncan Reservoir - 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 Duncan Reservoir - Dam?

Duncan Reservoir - Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Duncan Reservoir - Dam built?

Duncan Reservoir - Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Duncan Reservoir - Dam?

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

When was Duncan Reservoir - Dam last inspected?

Duncan Reservoir - Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2017. 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.