Yamhill Vista Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Yamhill Vista Dam #5 is classified as significant hazard in Oregon. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 52.6% in OR) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID ID | OR04069 |
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
MIKE WILLIAMSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yamhill Vista Dam #5?
Yamhill Vista Dam #5 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 Yamhill Vista Dam #5?
Yamhill Vista Dam #5 is owned by MIKE WILLIAMSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Yamhill Vista Dam #5?
Yamhill Vista Dam #5 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Yamhill Vista Dam #5?
Yamhill Vista Dam #5 has a dam height of 27 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 Yamhill Vista Dam #5 last inspected?
Yamhill Vista Dam #5 was last inspected on December 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.