Hoover Pond 2
Key Takeaway
Hoover Pond 2 is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 3,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00529 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
JACKSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hoover Pond 2?
Hoover Pond 2 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 Hoover Pond 2?
Hoover Pond 2 is owned by JACKSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hoover Pond 2 built?
Hoover Pond 2 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Hoover Pond 2?
Hoover Pond 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hoover Pond 2?
Hoover Pond 2 has a dam height of 26 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 Hoover Pond 2 last inspected?
Hoover Pond 2 was last inspected on February 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.