Mt. Hood Community College Dam
Key Takeaway
Mt. Hood Community College Dam is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 87.1% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 461 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OR02466 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MT. HOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mt. Hood Community College Dam?
Mt. Hood Community College Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mt. Hood Community College Dam?
Mt. Hood Community College Dam is owned by MT. HOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mt. Hood Community College Dam built?
Mt. Hood Community College Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Mt. Hood Community College Dam?
Mt. Hood Community College Dam 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 Mt. Hood Community College Dam?
Mt. Hood Community College Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Mt. Hood Community College Dam last inspected?
Mt. Hood Community College Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.