Walker (Bryan Creek)
Key Takeaway
Walker (Bryan Creek) is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 69.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 598 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00289 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BAILEY NURSERIES, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walker (Bryan Creek)?
Walker (Bryan Creek) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Walker (Bryan Creek)?
Walker (Bryan Creek) is owned by BAILEY NURSERIES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walker (Bryan Creek) built?
Walker (Bryan Creek) was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Walker (Bryan Creek)?
Walker (Bryan Creek) 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 Walker (Bryan Creek)?
Walker (Bryan Creek) has a dam height of 35 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 Walker (Bryan Creek) last inspected?
Walker (Bryan Creek) was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.