Patsys Pond

Yamhill, Oregon· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Patsys Pond is classified as low hazard in Oregon. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOR03866

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 14, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

MILLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Patsys Pond?

Patsys 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 Patsys Pond?

Patsys Pond is owned by MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Patsys Pond?

Patsys Pond 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 Patsys Pond?

Patsys Pond has a dam height of 26 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 Patsys Pond last inspected?

Patsys Pond was last inspected on June 14, 2016. 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.