Hatfield (Spaulding)
Key Takeaway
Hatfield (Spaulding) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 66.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 245 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00282 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MATTHEW WACHSMUTH & LAURA HARDING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hatfield (Spaulding)?
Hatfield (Spaulding) 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 Hatfield (Spaulding)?
Hatfield (Spaulding) is owned by MATTHEW WACHSMUTH & LAURA HARDING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hatfield (Spaulding) built?
Hatfield (Spaulding) was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Hatfield (Spaulding)?
Hatfield (Spaulding) 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 Hatfield (Spaulding)?
Hatfield (Spaulding) has a dam height of 33 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 Hatfield (Spaulding) last inspected?
Hatfield (Spaulding) was last inspected on September 23, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.