Lake Camp Baldwin

DITCH VIA EIGHT MILE CREEK, TRIB COLUMBIA RIVER· Wasco, Oregon· Built 1964· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Camp Baldwin is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 39.8% in OR)
Dam Length585 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDOR02133

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, PORTLAND 97201

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Camp Baldwin?

Lake Camp Baldwin 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 Lake Camp Baldwin?

Lake Camp Baldwin is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, PORTLAND 97201 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Camp Baldwin built?

Lake Camp Baldwin was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Lake Camp Baldwin?

Lake Camp Baldwin serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Camp Baldwin?

Lake Camp Baldwin has a dam height of 23 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 Lake Camp Baldwin last inspected?

Lake Camp Baldwin was last inspected on June 1, 2018. 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.