Big Creek #2 (upper)

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOregon
CountyLincoln
Nearest CityNewport
River/StreamBig Creek
Coordinates44.65738, -124.03150

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height58 ft
Dam Height56 ft
Dam Length430 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,190 acre-ft
Max Storage1,190 acre-ft
Normal Storage970 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Newport
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection06/29/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOR00473
Federal IDOR00473
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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