Bear Creek

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOregon
CountyClatsop
Nearest CitySVENSEN
River/StreamBEAR CREEK
Coordinates46.11788, -123.63987

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height94 ft
Dam Height90 ft
Dam Length270 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage800 acre-ft
Max Storage800 acre-ft
Normal Storage700 acre-ft
Surface Area74 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge530 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF ASTORIA
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/11/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOR00449
Federal IDOR00449
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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