Metolius (Lagoon)

Jefferson, Oregon· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Metolius (Lagoon) is classified as low hazard in Oregon.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 10.9% in OR)
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
NID IDOR03951

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: August 20, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

CITY OF METOLIUS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Metolius (Lagoon)?

Metolius (Lagoon) 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 Metolius (Lagoon)?

Metolius (Lagoon) is owned by CITY OF METOLIUS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Metolius (Lagoon)?

Metolius (Lagoon) has a dam height of 13 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 Metolius (Lagoon) last inspected?

Metolius (Lagoon) was last inspected on August 20, 2015. 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.