Fred Creek Lake Dam

FRED CREEK, TRIB TO ROCK CREEK· Wheeler, Oregon· Built 1906· Earth· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Fred Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1906 (120 years old)
Year Modified2005
NID IDOR03723

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: January 21, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

ALSCOTT ANTONE RANCH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fred Creek Lake Dam?

Fred Creek 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 Fred Creek Lake Dam?

Fred Creek Lake Dam is owned by ALSCOTT ANTONE RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fred Creek Lake Dam built?

Fred Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Fred Creek Lake Dam?

Fred Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Fred Creek Lake Dam?

Fred Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Fred Creek Lake Dam last inspected?

Fred Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on January 21, 2014. 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.