Funrue
Key Takeaway
Funrue is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 57.4% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00519 |
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
AURORA;DAN FUNRUE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Funrue?
Funrue 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 Funrue?
Funrue is owned by AURORA;DAN FUNRUE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Funrue built?
Funrue was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Funrue?
Funrue serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Funrue?
Funrue has a dam height of 29 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 Funrue last inspected?
Funrue was last inspected on October 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.