Frog Pond #1
Key Takeaway
Frog Pond #1 is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 36.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00459 |
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
CASCADE RANCHES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frog Pond #1?
Frog Pond #1 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 Frog Pond #1?
Frog Pond #1 is owned by CASCADE RANCHES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frog Pond #1 built?
Frog Pond #1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Frog Pond #1?
Frog Pond #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Frog Pond #1?
Frog Pond #1 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 Frog Pond #1 last inspected?
Frog Pond #1 was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.