Paul Chobin Dam

Washington, Oregon· 16 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Paul Chobin Dam is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 20.1% in OR)
Dam Length0 ft
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOR04066

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 17, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LUCENA & RAMONCITO GALLARDE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Chobin Dam?

Paul Chobin 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 Paul Chobin Dam?

Paul Chobin Dam is owned by LUCENA & RAMONCITO GALLARDE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Paul Chobin Dam?

Paul Chobin Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Paul Chobin Dam last inspected?

Paul Chobin Dam was last inspected on December 17, 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.