Turner Dam
Key Takeaway
Turner Dam is classified as low hazard in Oregon. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 27.8% in OR) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| NID ID | OR03867 |
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
TURNER FRANCES V, REVOCABLE TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turner Dam?
Turner 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 Turner Dam?
Turner Dam is owned by TURNER FRANCES V, REVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Turner Dam?
Turner Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Turner Dam?
Turner Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Turner Dam last inspected?
Turner Dam was last inspected on July 3, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.