Sun Studs Log Pond is a privately owned water resource located in Douglas County, Oregon, along the South Umpqua River.
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This log pond, completed in 1950, serves a primary purpose that falls under the category of "Other." The Earth-type dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge rate of 60 cubic feet per second.
With a significant hazard potential, Sun Studs Log Pond is state-regulated and subject to inspections, enforcement, and permitting by the Oregon Water Resources Department. The dam's structure includes a slide (sluice gate) for outlet gates, and it spans a length of 1360 feet. Despite not being rated for condition, the dam's inspection frequency is set at every three years, with the most recent inspection in November 2020.
Located in a picturesque setting in Roseburg, Oregon, Sun Studs Log Pond presents a unique intersection of water resource management and climate considerations. Enthusiasts interested in the environmental impact of such structures will find this dam an intriguing subject for further study and appreciation of the role it plays in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
1360 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH UMPQUA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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386cfs |
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1480cfs |
Little River At Peel
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2120cfs |
Cow Creek Near Riddle
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86cfs |
Little Wolf Creek Near Tyee
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4cfs |
Cow Creek Near Azalea
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37cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Douglas County Fairgrounds RV Park
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Amacher Park
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Amacher County Park
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Whistlers Bend County Park
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Millsite Municipal Park
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