Round Valley
Key Takeaway
Round Valley is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 489 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 4.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,380 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,137 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00572 |
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
DOI BLM
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Round Valley?
Round Valley 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 Round Valley?
Round Valley is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Round Valley built?
Round Valley was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Round Valley?
Round Valley serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Round Valley last inspected?
Round Valley was last inspected on September 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.