Hills Creek Dam
MIDDLE FORK WILLAMETTE RIVER·
Lane, Oregon·
Built 1962·
Earth·
328 ft tall
High Hazard
Flood Risk Reduction
Other
Irrigation
Navigation
Recreation
Hydroelectric
Federal Government
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 328 ft (taller than 99.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 356.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,735 acres |
| Drainage Area | 389 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 141,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00014 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 12, 2023
State Regulated: No
Ownership
USACE - Portland District
Federal Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hills Creek Dam?
Hills Creek Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Hills Creek Dam?
Hills Creek Dam is owned by USACE - Portland District (Federal Government).
When was Hills Creek Dam last inspected?
Hills Creek Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2023.
When was Hills Creek Dam built?
Hills Creek Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old.
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.