Emigrant
Key Takeaway
Emigrant is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 204 ft (taller than 97.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 806 acres |
| Drainage Area | 62 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1960 |
| NID ID | OR00581 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Emigrant?
Emigrant is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Emigrant?
Emigrant is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emigrant built?
Emigrant was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Emigrant?
Emigrant serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Emigrant?
Emigrant has a dam height of 204 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 Emigrant last inspected?
Emigrant was last inspected on May 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.