Portland #3 (Washington Park)
Key Takeaway
Portland #3 (Washington Park) is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 53 ft (taller than 85.2% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00668 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF PORTLAND #3
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Portland #3 (Washington Park)?
Portland #3 (Washington Park) 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 Portland #3 (Washington Park)?
Portland #3 (Washington Park) is owned by CITY OF PORTLAND #3 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Portland #3 (Washington Park) built?
Portland #3 (Washington Park) was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Portland #3 (Washington Park)?
Portland #3 (Washington Park) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Portland #3 (Washington Park)?
Portland #3 (Washington Park) has a dam height of 53 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 Portland #3 (Washington Park) last inspected?
Portland #3 (Washington Park) was last inspected on August 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.