Mercer

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOregon
CountyPolk
Nearest CityDallas
River/StreamRickreall Creek
Coordinates44.90377, -123.47018

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height81 ft
Dam Height79 ft
Dam Length460 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,550 acre-ft
Max Storage1,550 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,550 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge8,700 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Dallas
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/19/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOR00524
Federal IDOR00524
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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