Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1
Key Takeaway
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 3,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00652 |
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
BOISE CASCADE WOOD PRODUCTS
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1?
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 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 Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1?
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 is owned by BOISE CASCADE WOOD PRODUCTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 built?
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1?
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 serves the following purposes: Other, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1?
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 has a dam height of 14 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 Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 last inspected?
Elgin Mill Trmt. Lagoon #1 was last inspected on September 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.