Jesse Enlargement
Key Takeaway
Jesse Enlargement is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 63.9% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00884 |
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
FURBY AND JESSE FARMS, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jesse Enlargement?
Jesse Enlargement 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 Jesse Enlargement?
Jesse Enlargement is owned by FURBY AND JESSE FARMS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jesse Enlargement built?
Jesse Enlargement was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Jesse Enlargement?
Jesse Enlargement 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 Jesse Enlargement?
Jesse Enlargement has a dam height of 32 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 Jesse Enlargement last inspected?
Jesse Enlargement was last inspected on September 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.