Renner Dam
Key Takeaway
Renner Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 80.5% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 390 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00364 |
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
PACIFIC AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Renner Dam?
Renner Dam 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 Renner Dam?
Renner Dam is owned by PACIFIC AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Renner Dam built?
Renner Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Renner Dam?
Renner Dam 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 Renner Dam?
Renner Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Renner Dam last inspected?
Renner Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.