Walterville Forebay
High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Oregon |
| County | Lane |
| Nearest City | Springfield |
| River/Stream | McKenzie River |
| Coordinates | 44.06972, -122.83565 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1,085 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,380 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Eugene Water and Electric Board |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 08/14/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |