Eagle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eagle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 66.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 127 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 844 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 844 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 212 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00080 |
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
PHILLIPS & INGLE DITCH COMPANY, C/O MILE MILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Lake Dam?
Eagle Lake 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 Eagle Lake Dam?
Eagle Lake Dam is owned by PHILLIPS & INGLE DITCH COMPANY, C/O MILE MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Lake Dam built?
Eagle Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Eagle Lake Dam?
Eagle Lake 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 Eagle Lake Dam?
Eagle Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Eagle Lake Dam last inspected?
Eagle Lake Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.