Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath)
Key Takeaway
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00180 |
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
SYLVIA G BRUCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath)?
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) 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 Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath)?
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) is owned by SYLVIA G BRUCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) built?
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath)?
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) 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 Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath)?
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) has a dam height of 15 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 Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) last inspected?
Wilson Lake Dam (Klamath) was last inspected on August 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.