Scoggins
Key Takeaway
Scoggins is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 151 ft (taller than 97.1% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,157 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00685 |
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
RECLAMATION
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scoggins?
Scoggins 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 Scoggins?
Scoggins is owned by RECLAMATION (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scoggins built?
Scoggins was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Scoggins?
Scoggins serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scoggins?
Scoggins has a dam height of 151 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 Scoggins last inspected?
Scoggins was last inspected on July 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.