Lacroute
Key Takeaway
Lacroute is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 27.8% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03717 |
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
BERNARD J. LACROUTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lacroute?
Lacroute 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 Lacroute?
Lacroute is owned by BERNARD J. LACROUTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lacroute built?
Lacroute was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Lacroute?
Lacroute 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 Lacroute?
Lacroute has a dam height of 19 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 Lacroute last inspected?
Lacroute was last inspected on March 15, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.