Spalding Dam

SOLDIER CREEK· Josephine, Oregon· Built 1990· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Spalding Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 73.9% in OR)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge69 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDOR03712

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 10, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRD

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

Nearby Dams

Tall Timber Lake

Josephine, OR

Low Hazard 28 ft

Mcmullen Creek

Josephine, OR

High Hazard 45 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spalding Dam?

Spalding 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 Spalding Dam?

Spalding Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spalding Dam built?

Spalding Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Spalding Dam?

Spalding Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Spalding Dam?

Spalding Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Spalding Dam last inspected?

Spalding Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.