Fern Creek
Key Takeaway
Fern Creek is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 33.9% in OR) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | OR04079 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ATLAS VINEYARD MANAGEMENT, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fern Creek?
Fern Creek is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fern Creek?
Fern Creek is owned by ATLAS VINEYARD MANAGEMENT, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fern Creek built?
Fern Creek was completed in 2019, making it 7 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Fern Creek?
Fern Creek has a dam height of 21 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 Fern Creek last inspected?
Fern Creek was last inspected on February 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.