Van Conklin Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Van Conklin Dam #5 is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 49.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | OR03736 |
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
EDWARD VAN CONKLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Conklin Dam #5?
Van Conklin Dam #5 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 Van Conklin Dam #5?
Van Conklin Dam #5 is owned by EDWARD VAN CONKLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Conklin Dam #5 built?
Van Conklin Dam #5 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Van Conklin Dam #5?
Van Conklin Dam #5 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Van Conklin Dam #5?
Van Conklin Dam #5 has a dam height of 26 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 Van Conklin Dam #5 last inspected?
Van Conklin Dam #5 was last inspected on October 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.