Hendrickson

UNNAMED TRIB/LITTLE LUCKIAMUTE· Polk, Oregon· Built 1991· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hendrickson is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 43.9% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDOR03728

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: February 11, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

BRUCE & GAYLE FARMER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hendrickson?

Hendrickson 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 Hendrickson?

Hendrickson is owned by BRUCE & GAYLE FARMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hendrickson built?

Hendrickson was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Hendrickson?

Hendrickson serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hendrickson?

Hendrickson has a dam height of 25 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 Hendrickson last inspected?

Hendrickson was last inspected on February 11, 2020. 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.