Whistlers Bend
Key Takeaway
Whistlers Bend is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 66.3% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00365 |
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
GILBREATH, WILLIAM C. & EL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whistlers Bend?
Whistlers Bend 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 Whistlers Bend?
Whistlers Bend is owned by GILBREATH, WILLIAM C. & EL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whistlers Bend built?
Whistlers Bend was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Whistlers Bend?
Whistlers Bend 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 Whistlers Bend?
Whistlers Bend has a dam height of 33 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 Whistlers Bend last inspected?
Whistlers Bend was last inspected on January 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.