Kraemer Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Kraemer Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.1% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03781 |
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
KRAEMER FARMS, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kraemer Farms Dam?
Kraemer Farms 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 Kraemer Farms Dam?
Kraemer Farms Dam is owned by KRAEMER FARMS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kraemer Farms Dam built?
Kraemer Farms Dam 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 Kraemer Farms Dam?
Kraemer Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kraemer Farms Dam?
Kraemer Farms Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Kraemer Farms Dam last inspected?
Kraemer Farms Dam was last inspected on February 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.