Green Point-Lower (No. 1)

GREEN POINT CREEK· Hood River, Oregon· Built 1938· Earth· 36 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Green Point-Lower (No. 1) is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 72.6% in OR)
Dam Length558 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage275 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge211 cfs
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDOR00128

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 11, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

FARMERS IRRIGATION DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Green Point-Lower (No. 1)?

Green Point-Lower (No. 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 Green Point-Lower (No. 1)?

Green Point-Lower (No. 1) is owned by FARMERS IRRIGATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Green Point-Lower (No. 1) built?

Green Point-Lower (No. 1) was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Green Point-Lower (No. 1)?

Green Point-Lower (No. 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 Green Point-Lower (No. 1)?

Green Point-Lower (No. 1) has a dam height of 36 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 Green Point-Lower (No. 1) last inspected?

Green Point-Lower (No. 1) was last inspected on October 11, 2018. 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.