Pine Hollow

BADGER CREEK & PINE HOLLOW CREEK· Wasco, Oregon· Built 1969· Earth· 65 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pine Hollow is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 65 ft (taller than 89.2% in OR)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.8K acre-ft
Surface Area235 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge1,060 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDOR00480

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 20, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

BADGER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Hollow?

Pine Hollow is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pine Hollow?

Pine Hollow is owned by BADGER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pine Hollow built?

Pine Hollow was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Pine Hollow?

Pine Hollow serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pine Hollow?

Pine Hollow has a dam height of 65 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 Pine Hollow last inspected?

Pine Hollow was last inspected on October 20, 2020. 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.