The Sutherlin Log Pond, also known as the Airport Ponds, is a privately owned water resource located in Wilbur, Oregon.
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This dam structure on Sutherlin Creek was completed in 1958 and serves a primary purpose classified as "Other". The dam is of Earth type, with a height of 11 feet and a length of 2381 feet, providing a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet.
This significant water resource is regulated by the Oregon Water Resources Department, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam's hazard potential is considered significant, with a moderate risk assessment. The condition assessment is currently not rated, but regular inspections are conducted, with the last inspection done in January 2021. The structure is located in Douglas County, Oregon, and its risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps are all under review.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the Sutherlin Log Pond would find its historical significance and current regulatory status intriguing. With a unique spillway design and controlled storage capacity, this dam structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures are areas of interest for those concerned about the impact of climate change on water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
2381 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
SUTHERLIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Structural Height |
13.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |
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1480cfs |
Little Wolf Creek Near Tyee
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4cfs |
Little River At Peel
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2120cfs |
South Umpqua River Near Brockway
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386cfs |
Umpqua River Near Elkton
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2290cfs |
Coast Fork Willamette R Blw Cottage Grove Dam
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81cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Amacher County Park
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Amacher Park
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Whistlers Bend County Park
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Tyee Recreation Site
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Tyee - Sutherlin
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Eagleview Group Site
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