Pelton

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOregon
CountyJefferson
Nearest CityWarm Springs, OR
River/StreamDeschutes River
Coordinates44.69413, -121.23113

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeArch
NID Height204 ft
Dam Height204 ft
Dam Length776 ft
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage31,800 acre-ft
Max Storage31,800 acre-ft
Normal Storage31,800 acre-ft
Surface Area540 acres
Drainage Area7,800 sq mi
Max Discharge23,500 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPortland General Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/14/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOR00548
Federal IDOR00548
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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