Jensen (Yamhill Farm)

Yamhill, Oregon· Built 2017· Earth· 24 ft tall

Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Jensen (Yamhill Farm) is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	24 ft (taller than 42.5% in OR)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	130 acre-ft
Normal Storage	90 acre-ft

Year Completed	2017 (9 years old)
NID ID	OR04076

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: May 1, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

CARL JENSEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jensen (Yamhill Farm)?

Jensen (Yamhill 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 Jensen (Yamhill Farm)?

Jensen (Yamhill Farm) is owned by CARL JENSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jensen (Yamhill Farm) built?

Jensen (Yamhill Farm) was completed in 2017, making it 9 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Jensen (Yamhill Farm)?

Jensen (Yamhill Farm) has a dam height of 24 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 Jensen (Yamhill Farm) last inspected?

Jensen (Yamhill Farm) was last inspected on May 1, 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.