Little River Log Pond
Key Takeaway
Little River Log Pond is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 4,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00203 |
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
BLODGETT, JOHN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little River Log Pond?
Little River Log Pond 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 Little River Log Pond?
Little River Log Pond is owned by BLODGETT, JOHN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River Log Pond built?
Little River Log Pond was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Little River Log Pond?
Little River Log Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little River Log Pond?
Little River Log Pond has a dam height of 17 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 Little River Log Pond last inspected?
Little River Log Pond was last inspected on December 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.