Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2)
Key Takeaway
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.1% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00731 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CHRIS CAMARENA
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2)?
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) 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 Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2)?
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) is owned by CHRIS CAMARENA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) built?
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2)?
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) 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 Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2)?
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) 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 Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) last inspected?
Prairie City Lagoon (Cell 2) was last inspected on November 12, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.