Slide Creek
Key Takeaway
Slide Creek is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 58.4% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 172 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 340 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00561 |
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
PacifiCorp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Slide Creek?
Slide Creek 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 Slide Creek?
Slide Creek is owned by PacifiCorp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Slide Creek built?
Slide Creek was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Slide Creek?
Slide Creek serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Slide Creek?
Slide Creek has a dam height of 30 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 Slide Creek last inspected?
Slide Creek was last inspected on July 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.