Hult Pond Dam

LAKE CREEK· Lane, Oregon· Built 1950· Gravity·
High Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Hult Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage540 acre-ft
Normal Storage380 acre-ft
Surface Area79 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Max Discharge4,982 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOR00183

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hult Pond Dam?

Hult Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hult Pond Dam?

Hult Pond Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hult Pond Dam built?

Hult Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Hult Pond Dam?

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

When was Hult Pond Dam last inspected?

Hult Pond Dam was last inspected on October 8, 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.