Vandervelde Lagoon
Key Takeaway
Vandervelde Lagoon is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00747 |
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
STAN VAN DER VELDE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vandervelde Lagoon?
Vandervelde Lagoon 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 Vandervelde Lagoon?
Vandervelde Lagoon is owned by STAN VAN DER VELDE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vandervelde Lagoon built?
Vandervelde Lagoon was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Vandervelde Lagoon?
Vandervelde Lagoon serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vandervelde Lagoon?
Vandervelde Lagoon has a dam height of 10 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 Vandervelde Lagoon last inspected?
Vandervelde Lagoon was last inspected on July 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.