Hickory Hill Farm

UNNAMED BRANCH OF CHEHALEM CREEK· Yamhill, Oregon· Built 1952· Earth· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hickory Hill Farm is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 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 Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge36 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDOR00231

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: December 9, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

DICK DAY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hickory Hill Farm?

Hickory Hill Farm 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 Hickory Hill Farm?

Hickory Hill Farm is owned by DICK DAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hickory Hill Farm built?

Hickory Hill Farm was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Hickory Hill Farm?

Hickory Hill Farm 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 Hickory Hill Farm?

Hickory Hill Farm 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 Hickory Hill Farm last inspected?

Hickory Hill Farm was last inspected on December 9, 2019. 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.