Located in Lane County, Oregon, Vaughn Log Pond is a privately owned dam on Noti Creek, with a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
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Built in 1951, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and a length of 2300 feet, creating a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet. The dam serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, with a drainage area of 10.6 square miles and a maximum discharge of 2500 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Oregon Water Resources Department, Vaughn Log Pond is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being classified as significant in terms of hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. Emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, are not currently in place, highlighting the need for proactive risk management strategies. With its scenic location and essential role in water resource management, Vaughn Log Pond is a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
2300 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
NOTI CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
10.6 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
Long Tom River Near Noti
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99cfs |
Long Tom River Near Alvadore
|
231cfs |
East Fork Lobster Creek Near Alsea
|
52cfs |
Mckenzie River Near Coburg
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7290cfs |
Long Tom River At Monroe
|
314cfs |
Willamette River At Harrisburg
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10800cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Richardson Park
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Clay Creek
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Clay Creek Recreation Site
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Whittaker Creek
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Whittaker Creek Campground
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Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
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