Sunriver Effluent Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon is classified as high hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 58.4% in OR) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03790 |
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
SUNRIVER UTILITIES COMPANY, INC.
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sunriver Effluent Lagoon?
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon 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 Sunriver Effluent Lagoon?
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon is owned by SUNRIVER UTILITIES COMPANY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunriver Effluent Lagoon built?
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Sunriver Effluent Lagoon?
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunriver Effluent Lagoon?
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon 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 Sunriver Effluent Lagoon last inspected?
Sunriver Effluent Lagoon was last inspected on October 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.