Kluchman Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Kluchman Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 69.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 611 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00242 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MCCORMACK RANCH, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kluchman Creek Dam?
Kluchman Creek Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kluchman Creek Dam?
Kluchman Creek Dam is owned by MCCORMACK RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kluchman Creek Dam built?
Kluchman Creek Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Kluchman Creek Dam?
Kluchman Creek Dam 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 Kluchman Creek Dam?
Kluchman Creek Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Kluchman Creek Dam last inspected?
Kluchman Creek Dam was last inspected on April 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.