East Basin, Cell 1 and 2

MCKENZIE RIVER· Lane, Oregon· Built 1954· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 20.1% in OR)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage585 acre-ft
Normal Storage560 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge70 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDOR00744

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: February 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Basin, Cell 1 and 2?

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 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 East Basin, Cell 1 and 2?

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 is owned by INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 built?

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 East Basin, Cell 1 and 2?

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 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 East Basin, Cell 1 and 2?

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 has a dam height of 16 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 East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 last inspected?

East Basin, Cell 1 and 2 was last inspected on February 5, 2020. 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.