Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond)
Key Takeaway
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 3,740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00274 |
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
CITY OF SUTHERLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond)?
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) 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 Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond)?
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) is owned by CITY OF SUTHERLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) built?
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond)?
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) 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 Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond)?
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) has a dam height of 18 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 Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) last inspected?
Sutherlin Mill (Fords Pond) was last inspected on April 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.